Botswana

Country Botswana
Capital Gaborone
Continent Africa
Currency Pula(BWP)
Languages Setswana & English

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Formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its new name upon independence in 1966. Four decades of uninterrupted civilian leadership, progressive social policies, and significant capital investment have created one of the most dynamic economies in Africa. Mineral extraction, principally diamond mining, dominates economic activity, though tourism is a growing sector due to the country's conservation practices and extensive nature preserves. Botswana has one of the world's highest known rates of HIV/AIDS infection, but also one of Africa's most progressive and comprehensive programs for dealing with the disease.

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Botswana - Wikipedia
Botswana - CIA World Fact Book
Botswana - BBC
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Botswana Women vs Eswatini Women, 1st Match, Today, Kalahari Womens T20I Tournament, 2025 - Cricbuzz.comBotswana Women vs Eswatini Women, 1st Match, Today, Kalahari Womens T20I Tournament, 2025  Cricbuzz.com

Machaba Safaris set to open its first water camp in Botswana - Travel WeeklyMachaba Safaris set to open its first water camp in Botswana  Travel Weekly

Time to regain the sparkle: A new growth strategy for Botswana - World Bank BlogsTime to regain the sparkle: A new growth strategy for Botswana  World Bank Blogs

India to get 8 cheetahs from Botswana, talks on with South Africa, Kenya: NTCA - Times of IndiaIndia to get 8 cheetahs from Botswana, talks on with South Africa, Kenya: NTCA  Times of India

8 Cheetah from Botswana to be relocated to MP’s Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary - Utkarsh Classes8 Cheetah from Botswana to be relocated to MP’s Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary  Utkarsh Classes

India To Bring 8 Cheetahs From Botswana, 4 Of Them Arriving Next Month - NDTVIndia To Bring 8 Cheetahs From Botswana, 4 Of Them Arriving Next Month  NDTV

Increasing extreme rainfall and rapid urbanisation, major drivers behind Gaborone’s deadly floods - World Weather AttributionIncreasing extreme rainfall and rapid urbanisation, major drivers behind Gaborone’s deadly floods  World Weather Attribution

Botswana Vice President lauds African Development Bank’s 60-year legacy, urges economic resilient Africa - African Development Bank GroupBotswana Vice President lauds African Development Bank’s 60-year legacy, urges economic resilient Africa  African Development Bank Group

Premium Resources Confirms High-Grade Copper-Nickel Zone in Botswana, Begins Resource Expansion - TradingViewPremium Resources Confirms High-Grade Copper-Nickel Zone in Botswana, Begins Resource Expansion  TradingView

New World Health Organization (WHO) Botswana Representative presents credentials - Africa.comNew World Health Organization (WHO) Botswana Representative presents credentials  Africa.com

Eight cheetahs to be brought to India from Botswana; first four to arrive in May - The Economic TimesEight cheetahs to be brought to India from Botswana; first four to arrive in May  The Economic Times

India to bring 8 cheetahs from Botswana in two phases; first four to arrive in May - MintIndia to bring 8 cheetahs from Botswana in two phases; first four to arrive in May  Mint

India sends humanitarian aid to Botswana for flood relief - - NEWS ON AIRIndia sends humanitarian aid to Botswana for flood relief -  NEWS ON AIR

Watch again – World Athletics Continental Tour | Botswana Continental Tour - worldathletics.orgWatch again – World Athletics Continental Tour | Botswana Continental Tour  worldathletics.org

Perenti to exit Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana - Mining WeeklyPerenti to exit Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana  Mining Weekly

Botswana Women vs Mozambique Women, 4th Match, Sat, Apr 26, Kalahari Womens T20I Tournament, 2025 - Cricbuzz.comBotswana Women vs Mozambique Women, 4th Match, Sat, Apr 26, Kalahari Womens T20I Tournament, 2025  Cricbuzz.com

Unearth the world’s wealthiest diamond mine hidden in an ancient volcano crater in Botswana - Times of IndiaUnearth the world’s wealthiest diamond mine hidden in an ancient volcano crater in Botswana  Times of India

World Health Organization (WHO) welcomes Dr. Fabian Ndenzako as new Representative to Botswana - Africa.comWorld Health Organization (WHO) welcomes Dr. Fabian Ndenzako as new Representative to Botswana  Africa.com

World Health Organization (WHO) and Ministry of Health Strengthen Partnership to Advance Botswana’s Health Priorities - Africa.comWorld Health Organization (WHO) and Ministry of Health Strengthen Partnership to Advance Botswana’s Health Priorities  Africa.com

PM Congratulates Mr. Duma Boko on Election as President of Botswana - PM IndiaPM Congratulates Mr. Duma Boko on Election as President of Botswana  PM India

Chinese Ambassador to Botswana Fan Yong Pays a Courtesy Call on the Chairman of Ntlo yo Dikgosi Kgosi Malope II - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Botswana Fan Yong Pays a Courtesy Call on the Chairman of Ntlo yo Dikgosi Kgosi Malope II  fmprc.gov.cn

Uganda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zanzibar, South Africa, Kenya: Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime with 2025’s Most Incredible Multi-Country Safaris - Travel And Tour WorldUganda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zanzibar, South Africa, Kenya: Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime with 2025’s Most Incredible Multi-Country Safaris  Travel And Tour World

First four of eight cheetahs to be brought to India from Botswana will arrive in May - Sambad EnglishFirst four of eight cheetahs to be brought to India from Botswana will arrive in May  Sambad English

Scientists discover that all humans come from the same mother who lived 200,000 years ago in Botswana - Diario ASScientists discover that all humans come from the same mother who lived 200,000 years ago in Botswana  Diario AS

With drought-hardy cows, Botswana's NDC puts adaptation over emissions - Climate Home NewsWith drought-hardy cows, Botswana's NDC puts adaptation over emissions  Climate Home News

PM Modi congratulates Duma Boko on being elected Botswana president - The HinduPM Modi congratulates Duma Boko on being elected Botswana president  The Hindu

World Bank enterprise surveys in Botswana: 13 years later - World Bank BlogsWorld Bank enterprise surveys in Botswana: 13 years later  World Bank Blogs

Women in Botswana make up 54% of voters, but less than 10% of parliament: political parties can change that - The ConversationWomen in Botswana make up 54% of voters, but less than 10% of parliament: political parties can change that  The Conversation

Botswana’s severe drought and the struggle to adapt - PreventionWeb.netBotswana’s severe drought and the struggle to adapt  PreventionWeb.net

Botswana Targets Infrastructure Overhaul to Boost Tourism Growth - Atta TravelBotswana Targets Infrastructure Overhaul to Boost Tourism Growth  Atta Travel

As Botswana celebrates 58 years of independence, here’s how an ‘unfortunate marriage’ transformed it into a southern African exemplar - Down To EarthAs Botswana celebrates 58 years of independence, here’s how an ‘unfortunate marriage’ transformed it into a southern African exemplar  Down To Earth

New start for Botswana, now comes the hard part - Times of IndiaNew start for Botswana, now comes the hard part  Times of India

India's Project Cheetah: Four Botswana Cheetahs Expected In May - OneindiaIndia's Project Cheetah: Four Botswana Cheetahs Expected In May  Oneindia

Four Of The Top Performances From The 2025 Botswana Golden Grand Prix - FloTrackFour Of The Top Performances From The 2025 Botswana Golden Grand Prix  FloTrack

Blake Moynes & Rachel Recchia Travel to Botswana Together — See the Pics! - Bachelor NationBlake Moynes & Rachel Recchia Travel to Botswana Together — See the Pics!  Bachelor Nation

World Athletics Series: Botswana, Bahamas and Brazil awarded major events - Olympics.comWorld Athletics Series: Botswana, Bahamas and Brazil awarded major events  Olympics.com

Botswana and the African Development Bank reaffirm strategic partnership to drive private sector-led industrialization - African Development Bank GroupBotswana and the African Development Bank reaffirm strategic partnership to drive private sector-led industrialization  African Development Bank Group

Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers conclude negotiations on rough diamond sales agreement - De Beers GroupGovernment of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers conclude negotiations on rough diamond sales agreement  De Beers Group

India to receive eight cheetahs from Botswana in two phases, four by May - myind.netIndia to receive eight cheetahs from Botswana in two phases, four by May  myind.net

Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Botswana President Duma Boko - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Botswana President Duma Boko  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Botswana: Building Resilient and Sustainable Communities and Livelihoods - Cities AllianceBotswana: Building Resilient and Sustainable Communities and Livelihoods  Cities Alliance

Naledi & Ntungamili Raguin - De Beers GroupNaledi & Ntungamili Raguin  De Beers Group

What is Business Ready and What Does it Mean for Botswana? - World Bank BlogsWhat is Business Ready and What Does it Mean for Botswana?  World Bank Blogs

Botswana floods: Schools and roads closed after relentless rain - BBCBotswana floods: Schools and roads closed after relentless rain  BBC

India To Welcome 8 Big Cats From Botswana, Including Four Cheetahs In May - MSNIndia To Welcome 8 Big Cats From Botswana, Including Four Cheetahs In May  MSN

Scatec starts commercial operation of solar power plant in Botswana - scatec.comScatec starts commercial operation of solar power plant in Botswana  scatec.com

Botswana’s Wilderness Chitabe Reopens with Enhanced Sustainability, Luxury, and Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters in the Heart of the Okavango Delta - Travel And Tour WorldBotswana’s Wilderness Chitabe Reopens with Enhanced Sustainability, Luxury, and Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters in the Heart of the Okavango Delta  Travel And Tour World

MIT Sloan’s Legatum Center and the government of Botswana launch a strategic collaboration to drive economic growth - MIT SloanMIT Sloan’s Legatum Center and the government of Botswana launch a strategic collaboration to drive economic growth  MIT Sloan

Botswana erupts in celebration as Olympic medallists including Tebogo return from Paris 2024 - Olympics.comBotswana erupts in celebration as Olympic medallists including Tebogo return from Paris 2024  Olympics.com

Botswana joins Belgium as center for diamond certification - VOA - Voice of America English NewsBotswana joins Belgium as center for diamond certification  VOA - Voice of America English News

Botswana targets rich young Americans with big, natural diamonds - Mining.comBotswana targets rich young Americans with big, natural diamonds  Mining.com

Chinese Ambassador to Botswana Fan Yong Publishes an Article on the Friendship between China and Botswana over the Past 50 Years_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Botswana Fan Yong Publishes an Article on the Friendship between China and Botswana over the Past 50 Years_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Botswana, De Beers sign long-delayed diamonds deal - ReutersBotswana, De Beers sign long-delayed diamonds deal  Reuters

Cobre and BHP begin drilling at Botswana copper venture - Mining WeeklyCobre and BHP begin drilling at Botswana copper venture  Mining Weekly

Botswana, AfDB reaffirm strategic partnership to drive private sector-led industrialisation - EnviroNews NigeriaBotswana, AfDB reaffirm strategic partnership to drive private sector-led industrialisation  EnviroNews Nigeria

Botswana hunting revenues almost double amid UK opposition - VOA - Voice of America English NewsBotswana hunting revenues almost double amid UK opposition  VOA - Voice of America English News

Catalyzing Botswana's Creative Renaissance: Insights from the 2025 Stakeholder Feedback Exchange Workshop - UNESCOCatalyzing Botswana's Creative Renaissance: Insights from the 2025 Stakeholder Feedback Exchange Workshop  UNESCO

LeFlore studies lion movements in Botswana to understand the keys to their survival - Bates CollegeLeFlore studies lion movements in Botswana to understand the keys to their survival  Bates College

Global Weather?Continuous heavy rainfall will batter South Africa and Botswana - cma.gov.cnGlobal Weather?Continuous heavy rainfall will batter South Africa and Botswana  cma.gov.cn

Remarks by Executive Secretary, Claver Gatete at the ECA-Government of Botswana Meeting - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaRemarks by Executive Secretary, Claver Gatete at the ECA-Government of Botswana Meeting  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Botswana’s election shock: analyst reflects on why voters kicked the ruling party out after 58 years - The ConversationBotswana’s election shock: analyst reflects on why voters kicked the ruling party out after 58 years  The Conversation

Marula Mining PLC – Agreement to Acquire Strategic Lithium Brine Interests in Botswana - Share TalkMarula Mining PLC – Agreement to Acquire Strategic Lithium Brine Interests in Botswana  Share Talk

Botswana issues 400 elephant hunting licenses, drawing fresh opposition - VOA - Voice of America English NewsBotswana issues 400 elephant hunting licenses, drawing fresh opposition  VOA - Voice of America English News

World’s second-largest diamond discovered in Botswana - CNBCWorld’s second-largest diamond discovered in Botswana  CNBC

Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group confirm diamond partnership for the next generation - De Beers GroupGovernment of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group confirm diamond partnership for the next generation  De Beers Group

Premium Resources Confirms High-Grade Copper-Nickel Zone in Botswana, Begins Resource Expansion - TheNewswirePremium Resources Confirms High-Grade Copper-Nickel Zone in Botswana, Begins Resource Expansion  TheNewswire

Botswana Turns A Political Page - Global Finance MagazineBotswana Turns A Political Page  Global Finance Magazine

World’s second largest diamond found in Botswana - Al JazeeraWorld’s second largest diamond found in Botswana  Al Jazeera

India to receive eight cheetahs from Botswana in two phases, four expected by May - Mid-dayIndia to receive eight cheetahs from Botswana in two phases, four expected by May  Mid-day

Tebogo, Simbine and Muhammad impress in Gaborone | REPORTS - worldathletics.orgTebogo, Simbine and Muhammad impress in Gaborone | REPORTS  worldathletics.org

Botswana - General DebateBotswana  General Debate

Bahamas, Botswana and Brazil to host World Athletics Series events | PRESS-RELEASES - worldathletics.orgBahamas, Botswana and Brazil to host World Athletics Series events | PRESS-RELEASES  worldathletics.org

Botswana is stepping into the spotlight in bid to become Africa’s next film hub - The Independent UgandaBotswana is stepping into the spotlight in bid to become Africa’s next film hub  The Independent Uganda

Botswana’s LNG to provide ‘energy lifeline’ for impending gas shortage in South Africa - Offshore-Energy.bizBotswana’s LNG to provide ‘energy lifeline’ for impending gas shortage in South Africa  Offshore-Energy.biz

Botswana president aims to clinch De Beers deal, diversify economy - ReutersBotswana president aims to clinch De Beers deal, diversify economy  Reuters

Shooting an Elephant in Botswana - Foreign PolicyShooting an Elephant in Botswana  Foreign Policy

Botswana, De Beers reach diamond sales agreement after years of negotiations - VOA - Voice of America English NewsBotswana, De Beers reach diamond sales agreement after years of negotiations  VOA - Voice of America English News

Deadly floods in Botswana kill 9; nearly 2,000 people evacuated - VOA - Voice of America English NewsDeadly floods in Botswana kill 9; nearly 2,000 people evacuated  VOA - Voice of America English News

Galloping the Okavango: a riding safari through Botswana - CN TravellerGalloping the Okavango: a riding safari through Botswana  CN Traveller

5 reasons Botswana’s election matters not just for Africa but the world - Firstpost5 reasons Botswana’s election matters not just for Africa but the world  Firstpost

UB Reaffirms Its Role in Shaping Botswana’s Tourism Future at 2025 HATAB Conference - Okavango Research InstituteUB Reaffirms Its Role in Shaping Botswana’s Tourism Future at 2025 HATAB Conference  Okavango Research Institute

Botswana diamonds: World's second-biggest stone found by Canadian firm Lucara - BBCBotswana diamonds: World's second-biggest stone found by Canadian firm Lucara  BBC

Botswana expects 2025 economic growth rebound on better diamond market - ReutersBotswana expects 2025 economic growth rebound on better diamond market  Reuters

Botswana central bank holds key rate with inflation seen within target - ReutersBotswana central bank holds key rate with inflation seen within target  Reuters

The one place where you want it to rain on your holiday - The AustralianThe one place where you want it to rain on your holiday  The Australian

Botswana election: BDP party loses power after nearly six decades to Duma Boko's UDC - BBCBotswana election: BDP party loses power after nearly six decades to Duma Boko's UDC  BBC

Botswana flash floods kill seven, displace thousands - ReutersBotswana flash floods kill seven, displace thousands  Reuters

Botswana, the country with the biggest diamonds, gets an improved 10-year deal with miner De Beers - AP NewsBotswana, the country with the biggest diamonds, gets an improved 10-year deal with miner De Beers  AP News

What the world can learn from Botswana - The EconomistWhat the world can learn from Botswana  The Economist

Botswana election: Wind of change – Democracy and society - ips-journal.euBotswana election: Wind of change – Democracy and society  ips-journal.eu

De Beers, Botswana finalise talks on diamonds deal - ReutersDe Beers, Botswana finalise talks on diamonds deal  Reuters

In a world where political polarization and disengagement are denting democracy, does Botswana’s ‘kgotla’ system hold the key? - The ConversationIn a world where political polarization and disengagement are denting democracy, does Botswana’s ‘kgotla’ system hold the key?  The Conversation

Condolence message from MISA Botswana - Mmegi OnlineCondolence message from MISA Botswana  Mmegi Online

Industry hails overdue Botswana-De Beers diamond deal - VOA - Voice of America English NewsIndustry hails overdue Botswana-De Beers diamond deal  VOA - Voice of America English News

In Botswana, a conservation success story has come with deadly consequences - Australian Broadcasting CorporationIn Botswana, a conservation success story has come with deadly consequences  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Breathtaking beauty in Botswana - World Wildlife FundBreathtaking beauty in Botswana  World Wildlife Fund

BoFiNet Boosts Digital Access, Cuts Data Costs In Botswana - TechFinancialsBoFiNet Boosts Digital Access, Cuts Data Costs In Botswana  TechFinancials

Botswana confronts challenges head-on in transition to digital data collection and management - World Bank BlogsBotswana confronts challenges head-on in transition to digital data collection and management  World Bank Blogs

India to bring 8 Cheetahs from Botswana, 4 next month - The IndependentIndia to bring 8 Cheetahs from Botswana, 4 next month  The Independent

Botswana election: Duma Boko - the politician who did the unthinkable - BBCBotswana election: Duma Boko - the politician who did the unthinkable  BBC