20 interesting things about Botswana
- Botswana is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa, bordered by South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
- Botswana has a rich culture and history, with influences from the Tswana people, who have lived in the region for centuries.
- The country is known for its vast expanses of wilderness, including the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta, which is one of the largest inland deltas in the world.
- The official language is English and the country has a presidential representative democratic republic government.
- Botswana is known for its wildlife, particularly elephants, lions, and other big game, which can be found in the country’s many national parks and game reserves.
- The country has a strong focus on conservation and sustainable development, with a significant portion of its land set aside for national parks and game reserves.
- Botswana is home to several annual festivals and events, including the Makgadikgadi Cultural Festival, which celebrates the culture of the San people.
- The country is known for its traditional crafts, such as basket weaving and woodcarving.
- Botswana has a rich culinary tradition, heavily influenced by African and Tswana flavors, and is known for dishes such as seswaa (a meat stew) and diphaphatha (maize meal porridge).
- Botswana has a strong sporting culture, with popular sports including football, cricket, and rugby.
- The country has a diverse economy, with a focus on mining, tourism, and cattle farming.