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Formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its new name upon independence in 1966. Four decades of uninterrupted civilian leadership, progressive social policies, and significant capital investment have created one of the most dynamic economies in Africa. Mineral extraction, principally diamond mining, dominates economic activity, though tourism is a growing sector due to the country's conservation practices and extensive nature preserves. Botswana has one of the world's highest known rates of HIV/AIDS infection, but also one of Africa's most progressive and comprehensive programs for dealing with the disease.

Borders:

Namibia 1,360 km, South Africa 1,840 km, Zimbabwe 813 km

Population:

2,065,398

GDP per capita:

$14,754.75 per capita

Capital with population:

Gaborone - 138,000

Largest city with population:

Gaborone - 138,000

Alternative names:

Botswana, Republic of Botswana


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Kaylin
27th May 2009
I'd really like to know two interesting facts about Botswana for a project.
Ivy Harrison
14th May 2009
Awesome Site
agyen
10th November 2004
Does Botswana have any system which shows flow of authority from the national to the subnational level?
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