Facts about botswana
Here are some interesting facts about Botswana:
Botswana is a landlocked country in Southern Africa.
It is the second-largest producer of diamonds in the world, after Russia.
Botswana is home to the largest population of elephants in Africa.
The Okavango Delta is one of the most important wildlife areas in Africa.
Botswana is a stable and prosperous democracy.
It has one of the highest standards of living in Africa.
The capital of Botswana is Gaborone.
The official language of Botswana is English, but the most widely spoken language is Setswana.
The population of Botswana is about 2.3 million people.
The majority of the people in Botswana are Tswana.
Other ethnic groups in Botswana include the Kalanga, the Kgalagadi, the Herero, and the San.
The climate of Botswana is mostly semi-arid.
The wet season is from November to April.
The dry season is from May to October.
The highest point in Botswana is Tsodilo Hills, which is 1,489 meters (4,888 feet) above sea level.
The lowest point in Botswana is the Limpopo River, which is 580 meters (1,903 feet) above sea level.
Botswana is a popular tourist destination for its wildlife, its natural beauty, and its stable political environment.
Here are some unique things about Botswana:
It is the only country in the world that has a diamond mine that is entirely owned by the government.
The Okavango Delta is the largest inland delta in the world.
Botswana is home to the world's largest population of wild dogs.
The San people of Botswana are the oldest inhabitants of southern Africa.
Botswana has one of the highest literacy rates in Africa.
Botswana is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.