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Mbabane
City in Hhohho, Eswatini
Overview
Mbabane, the capital of Eswatini, nestles amid lush mountains and offers a blend of modern amenities and authentic local flair. Known for its lively markets, friendly locals, and cooler climate, the city is a gateway to the country's scenic highland region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Eswatini
Region
Hhohho
Population
76,218
Time Zone
Africa/Mbabane
Coordinates
-26.32°, 31.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$970
Local Cost
$460
Local Income
$250
Cashless
35
English
75
Temperature
19.6°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
15.3°C
Record High
42.3°C
Record Low
2.3°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
735 mm
Internet Speed
13 Mbps
Upload
7 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
9
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
4
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MTS
Distance
29 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 5 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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