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Botswana

Southern Africa

Botswana is one of Africa's most stable democracies and greatest conservation success stories. The Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the world's largest inland delta and a premier wildlife destination. Diamond mining has made Botswana one of Africa's most prosperous nations per capita.

Motto: “Rain”

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Population

2.6M

Capital

Gaborone

GDP

$20.4B

Languages

English, Setswana

Independence

1966

Currency

Botswana Pula (BWP)

Area

581,730 km²

Calling Code

+267

Official Name

Republic of Botswana

Cultural Highlights

  • The San Bushmen, one of the world's oldest indigenous peoples with rich rock art traditions
  • Traditional Setswana music and dance, including the Tsutsube and Borankana
  • Basket weaving traditions using locally sourced palm leaves and natural dyes
  • The annual Maitisong Festival celebrating performing arts

Famous Landmarks

Okavango DeltaChobe National ParkMakgadikgadi PansTsodilo Hills

Travel Tips

  • The Okavango Delta is best visited by mokoro (traditional canoe) between June and August
  • Botswana practices high-value, low-impact tourism so expect premium safari prices
  • The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans offer surreal landscapes and meerkat encounters
  • Carry sufficient water and sun protection; the Kalahari Desert covers much of the country
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