Shona Speaking Countries (2026)
Shona is spoken in 1 countries across 1 region (Africa). The combined population of all Shona-speaking countries is approximately 17 million people, covering a total land area of 390,757 km².
Zimbabwe is the largest Shona-speaking country by population, home to 100.0% of the total Shona-speaking population. It is also the largest by land area at 390,757 km².
The average population density across all Shona-speaking countries is 44 people per km². These countries use 1 different currency, including Zimbabwean dollar.
Countries
1
Total Population
17M
Most Populous
Zimbabwe
Largest by Area
Zimbabwe
Population Share by Country
Proportion of total Shona-speaking population per country
Zimbabwe100.0% · 17,073,087All Shona-Speaking Countries
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zimbabwe | 17,073,087 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries speak Shona?
Shona is an official or recognized language in 1 countries across 1 region (Africa).
What is the most populous Shona-speaking country?
Zimbabwe is the most populous Shona-speaking country with a population of 17,073,087, accounting for 100.0% of all Shona-speaking people.
What is the total population of Shona-speaking countries?
The combined population of all 1 Shona-speaking countries is approximately 17 million, covering a total land area of 390,757 km².
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Shona-speaking countries span 1 region. Explore each region for more population data.