Kolwezi, Lualaba

DRC

Provincial capital10.7148° S, 25.4667° E

In Lualaba, DRC, Kolwezi is a provincial capital. It is home to 790,248 people.

Population790,248

ProvinceLualaba

Coordinates10.7148° S, 25.4667° E

CountryDRC

Rank in DRC#7 of 37,231

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About Kolwezi

Kolwezi can be found at 10.71° S, 25.47° E in the Southern Hemisphere. It is part of the Lualaba division in DRC.

With a population of 790,248, Kolwezi ranks #7 among the 37,231 cities and localities registered in DRC.

Cities in Lualaba

Lualaba is one of DRC's administrative regions. Kolwezi is one of its main cities, along with Mwene, Tshilenge, Fungurume. Kolwezi has 790,248 inhabitants.

Mwene295,683 Tshilenge116,073 Fungurume50,100 Malemba44,027 Sapesa Kitenta Bavu Saisasa Musaji Kalenga

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kolwezi?

Kolwezi has a population of 790,248. It ranks #7 in DRC by population.

What province or state is Kolwezi in?

Kolwezi is located in Lualaba, DRC.

Where is Kolwezi located?

Kolwezi is located at coordinates 10.71° S, 25.47° E in Lualaba, DRC.

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