Geography
Botswana is in Southern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -22, 24; it has Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Neighboring countries: Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Africa
Botswana
Botswana is a country in Southern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Gaborone
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Population
- 2.4 million
- Area
- 582,000 km²
- Currency
- Botswana pula (BWP)
- Official language
- English, Tswana
- Calling code
- +267
- Internet TLD
- .bw
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Botswana map preview: -22.00, 24.00
People and Culture
Botswana uses English, Tswana in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Botswana varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Botswana is recorded with the official name Republic of Botswana. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Gaborone
- Southern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Gaborone
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Botswana is grouped under Africa.
- Botswana has a listed area of 582,000 km².
- Botswana is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Botswana
What is the capital of Botswana?
The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
What continent is Botswana in?
Botswana is in Africa.
What currency does Botswana use?
Botswana uses the Botswana pula.
What language is spoken in Botswana?
English, Tswana is listed for Botswana in this database.