Upington, Northern Cape
Upington: town in South Africa
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Quick Facts about Upington
| Population | 121,189 |
| Country | South Africa |
| State | Northern Cape (South Africa) |
| County | Siyanda District Municipality |
| Postal code | 8801, 8800 |
| Phone Area Codes | 054 |
| Area | 580.8 km2 |
| Official name | Upington |
| Latitude & Longitude | -28.4478,21.2561 |
| Altitude | 2,782 feet / 848 meters |
| Capital city | Upington is capital of ǁKhara Hais Local Municipality, ZF Mgcawu District Municipality |
| Establishment | January 01, 1873 (153 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Local time | 02:09:35 (20th April 2026) |
Geography
Upington is located at 28°26'52"S 21°15'22"E (-28.4477600, 21.2561200).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 57,220 | - | project management estimation |
| 2012 | 121,189 | 52.78% | project management estimation |
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