Botswana
Republic of Botswana
People: Motswana
Botswana is located in Southern Africa and has a population of around 2.4 million. Its capital city is Gaborone, and the most widely spoken official language is English. Botswana is landlocked, sharing borders with 4 neighbouring countries.
Botswana — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Botswana |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Gaborone |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Southern Africa |
| Population | 2,359,609 |
| Area | 582,000 km² |
| Currency | Botswana pula (BWP) P |
| Official Languages | English, Tswana |
| Dialling Code | +267 |
| Internet TLD | .bw |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | BW / BWA |
| Borders | Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Botswana
What is the capital of Botswana?
The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
What currency does Botswana use?
Botswana uses the Botswana pula (BWP, symbol: P).
What language do they speak in Botswana?
The official languages of Botswana are English and Tswana.
What is the dialling code for Botswana?
The international dialling code for Botswana is +267.
What side of the road does Botswana drive on?
Botswana drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Botswana
Namibia
South Africa
Zambia
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