Botswana
Southern Africa
Botswana is a country in Southern Africa, home to 2.7 million people, with an area of 581,730 km². Its capital is Gaborone.
- Capital
- Gaborone
- Population
- 2.7 million
- Area
- 581,730 km²
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Density
- 4.6 / km²
- Status
- Sovereign state
Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.
What Botswana is known for
Botswana is best known for Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve.
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Botswana at a glance
- Language
- English and Setswana
- Currency
- Botswana pula (BWP)
- Religion
- Christianity, traditional African religions
- National dish
- Seswaa (a stew made from beef or goat meat and served with pap, a type of porridge)
- Climate
- Semi-arid to arid with hot summers and warm winters
- Main industries
- Mining (especially diamonds), tourism, beef production, financial services
- GDP
- US $18.39 billion (2020)
- Development
- Upper-middle-income country
Things to do in Botswana
Some of the top attractions in Botswana include:
- Okavango Delta A vast wetland that is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, hippos, and crocodiles.
- Chobe National Park A popular safari destination known for its large elephant herds, as well as lions, leopards, and buffalo.
- Moremi Game Reserve A protected area within the Okavango Delta that offers excellent opportunities for game viewing.
- Kalahari Desert A vast, sparsely populated region that covers much of Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa.
- Makgadikgadi Pans A series of salt pans that are a remnant of a once-great lake, offering unique landscapes and wildlife.
- Tsodilo Hills A UNESCO World Heritage Site that contains a large collection of rock art, some of which is over 20,000 years old.
- Gcwihaba Caves A series of limestone caves that are home to a variety of rare and endemic species.
- Khama Rhino Sanctuary A wildlife reserve that is home to both black and white rhinoceroses.
- Lekhubu Island A rocky outcrop in the Makgadikgadi Pans that offers excellent views and unique geological formations.
- Nxai Pan National Park A protected area that is home to a variety of wildlife, including lions, giraffes, and zebras.
Botswana in pictures
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Botswana compared with its neighbours
How it sits against the other countries of Southern Africa.
| Country | Population | Area | Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
 Namibia | 3 million | 825,615 km² | Windhoek |
| Botswana | 2.7 million | 581,730 km² | Gaborone |
 Lesotho | 2.3 million | 30,355 km² | Maseru |
 Eswatini | 1.2 million | 17,364 km² | Mbabane |
Ranked 142nd of 195 countries by population and 46th by area.
Questions about Botswana
What is the capital of Botswana?
The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
How many people live in Botswana?
About 2.7 million people. Ranked 142nd of 195 countries by population and 46th by area.
How big is Botswana?
Botswana covers 581,730 km², in Southern Africa.
What is Botswana known for?
Botswana is best known for Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve.
What language is spoken in Botswana?
English and Setswana.
What currency is used in Botswana?
Botswana pula (BWP).
Is Botswana a country?
Yes. Botswana is a sovereign state and is counted among the 195 countries this generator draws from.