Swazi Speaking Countries (2026)
Swazi is spoken in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa). The combined population of all Swazi-speaking countries is approximately 64 million people, covering a total land area of 1,238,401 km².
South Africa is the largest Swazi-speaking country by population, home to 98.1% of the total Swazi-speaking population. It is also the largest by land area at 1,221,037 km².
The second most populous Swazi-speaking country is Eswatini with 1,235,549 people (1.9% of total). The average population density across all Swazi-speaking countries is 52 people per km². These countries use 2 different currencies, including South African rand, Swazi lilangeni.
Countries
2
Total Population
64M
Most Populous
South Africa
Largest by Area
South Africa
Population Share by Country
Proportion of total Swazi-speaking population per country
South Africa98.1% · 63,100,945
Eswatini1.9% · 1,235,549All Swazi-Speaking Countries
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 63,100,945 |
| 2 | Eswatini | 1,235,549 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries speak Swazi?
Swazi is an official or recognized language in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa).
What is the most populous Swazi-speaking country?
South Africa is the most populous Swazi-speaking country with a population of 63,100,945, accounting for 98.1% of all Swazi-speaking people.
What is the total population of Swazi-speaking countries?
The combined population of all 2 Swazi-speaking countries is approximately 64 million, covering a total land area of 1,238,401 km².
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Swazi-speaking countries span 1 region. Explore each region for more population data.
Currencies Used
Currencies used in Swazi-speaking countries.