Botswana is a country in Southern Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Botswana that most people don't know.
Botswana transformed from one of Africa's poorest countries at independence in 1966 to a middle-income nation through diamond wealth and good governance. It has the world's largest elephant population and the Okavango Delta — the world's largest inland delta — as a UNESCO site.
Botswana transformed from one of Africa's poorest countries to a middle-income nation through diamonds.
Botswana has the world's largest elephant population — around 130,000.
The Okavango Delta is the world's largest inland delta.
38% of Botswana's land is protected as national parks and reserves.
Botswana transformed from one of Africa's poorest countries at independence in 1966 to a middle-income nation through diamond wealth and good governance. It has the world's largest elephant population and the Okavango Delta — the world's largest inland delta — as a UNESCO site.
Botswana is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO world's largest inland delta — a lush oasis in the Kalahari teeming with wildlife
Africa's highest concentration of elephants — 50,000 elephants in one park
One of the world's largest salt flats — dazzling white expanse with meerkats and flamingos
UNESCO rock art site with 4,500 paintings — the Louvre of the Desert
Botswana transformed from one of Africa's poorest countries at independence in 1966 to a middle-income nation through diamond wealth and good governance. It has the world's largest elephant population and the Okavango Delta — the world's largest inland delta — as a UNESCO site.
The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
Botswana has a population of approximately 2.6M.
The official languages of Botswana are English / Setswana.
Botswana gained independence in 1966.
Botswana uses the Pula (BWP).