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Mongu

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Mongu

Total population

179,585

Coordinates-15.27°, 23.14°

Demographic figures from Zambia Statistics Agency. Overview below cites Wikipedia and may reference a different year.

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Overview

Mongu is the capital of Western Province in Zambia and was the capital of the formerly-named province and historic state of Barotseland. Its population is 179,585, and it is also the headquarters of Mongu District. Mongu is the home of the Litunga, King of the Lozi people.

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Latitude
-15.2669
Longitude
23.1365
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Sources

  • Wikipedia