Xhosa Speaking Countries (2026)
Xhosa is spoken in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa). The combined population of all Xhosa-speaking countries is approximately 81 million people, covering a total land area of 1,611,794 km².
South Africa is the largest Xhosa-speaking country by population, home to 79.4% of the total Xhosa-speaking population. It is also the largest by land area at 1,221,037 km².
The second most populous Xhosa-speaking country is Zimbabwe with 16,634,373 people (20.6% of total). The average population density across all Xhosa-speaking countries is 50 people per km². These countries use 2 different currencies, including South African rand, Zimbabwean dollar.
Countries
2
Total Population
81M
Most Populous
South Africa
Largest by Area
South Africa
Population Share by Country
Proportion of total Xhosa-speaking population per country
South Africa79.4% · 64,007,187
Zimbabwe20.6% · 16,634,373All Xhosa-Speaking Countries
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 64,007,187 |
| 2 | Zimbabwe | 16,634,373 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries speak Xhosa?
Xhosa is an official or recognized language in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa).
What is the most populous Xhosa-speaking country?
South Africa is the most populous Xhosa-speaking country with a population of 64,007,187, accounting for 79.4% of all Xhosa-speaking people.
What is the total population of Xhosa-speaking countries?
The combined population of all 2 Xhosa-speaking countries is approximately 81 million, covering a total land area of 1,611,794 km².
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Currencies Used
Currencies used in Xhosa-speaking countries.