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About the Mbabane City

Mbabane with an estimated population of 61,940 (City Baseline Report 2015) people city in Swaziland. It is located on the Mbabane River and its tributary the Polinjane River in the Mdzimba Mountains. It is located in the district of Hhohho.The City grew after the nation’s administrative centre moved from Bremersdorp (now Manzini) in 1902. It derives its name from Chief, Mbabane Kunene, who lived in the area when British settlers arrived. It lies on the MR3 road.

Location

North-West of Swaziland; District Hhohho.

Climate

Mild climate and snow is a rare event.

Temperature

15°C in winter & 22°C in summer.

Population

61,940 (2015 City Baseline Report).

Size

Size: 150 km²

Languages

siSwati and English.

Households

Households are estimated at 19,490.