Busia, Busia County

Kenya

Regional capital0.4601° N, 34.1117° E

In Busia County, Kenya, Busia is a regional capital. It is home to 71,886 people.

Population71,886

ProvinceBusia County

Coordinates0.4601° N, 34.1117° E

CountryKenya

Rank in Kenya#41 of 6,956

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About Busia

Busia can be found at 0.46° N, 34.11° E in the Northern Hemisphere. It is part of the Busia County division in Kenya.

With a population of 71,886, Busia ranks #41 among the 6,956 cities and localities registered in Kenya.

Cities in Busia County

Busia County is one of Kenya's administrative regions. Busia is one of its main cities, along with Lugulu, Malaba, Port Victoria. Busia has 71,886 inhabitants.

Lugulu40,894 Malaba15,581 Port Victoria12,194 Luanda10,053 Amagoru4,182 Nambare3,993 Funyula3,645 Sirisia944 Mundere Mundika

Universities in Busia

Busia is home to 1 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
Busitema University	2007	—	—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Busia?

Busia has a population of 71,886. It ranks #41 in Kenya by population.

What province or state is Busia in?

Busia is located in Busia County, Kenya.

Where is Busia located?

Busia is located at coordinates 0.46° N, 34.11° E in Busia County, Kenya.

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