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Botswana

Imagine a land of deserts and diamonds, where elephants roam and people are super friendly!

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Botswana

Botswana

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Okavango Delta, Botswana (2674364913)
Birds' Nest In Botswana, Animal Habitat
Botswana National Stadium 20150928 115938
U.S. Army Africa medics mentor in Botswana 2010
Baobab (Adansonia digitata) in Botswana
U.S. Army Africa medics mentor in Botswana 2010
Wild dog (Lycaon pictus) frolicking in Khwai, Botswana
Lancia Beta Top Gear Botswana DSC02043
U.S. Army Africa NCOs mentor staff operations in Botswana - March 2010
Botswana physical map
Zambezi River at junction of Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe & Botswana

Key Facts

Location
Southern Africa.
Population
About 2.4 million people.
Area
Similar to the size of France.
Capital City
Gaborone.
Languages
English and Setswana.
Fun Fact
Botswana is one of the least corrupt countries in mainland Africa!
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Where is This Amazing Place?

Botswana is a country way down in the southern part of Africa. It's like a giant puzzle piece in the middle of other countries! Most of Botswana is covered by a super big desert called the Kalahari.

It's mostly flat, like a giant playground, and it doesn't have any oceans nearby. It's a landlocked country, which means you can't swim in the sea from there. But it's still a very special place with lots of amazing things to see!

A Land of Sand and Sunshine!

Most of Botswana is covered by the sandy Kalahari Desert. It's so big that it takes up about 7 out of every 10 parts of the country! Even though it's a desert, it's not always super hot and dry.

Sometimes it rains, and then plants can grow. You might imagine it's all sand dunes, but there are also grassy areas and even some rivers. It's a place where the sun shines a lot, making it warm and bright.

Diamonds and Dreams!

Guess what? Botswana is famous for having lots and lots of diamonds! It actually makes more diamonds than almost any other country in the world. These shiny gems are dug out of the ground and help make Botswana a strong country. People in Botswana also love to share their culture, which is full of music, dancing, and storytelling. They are known for being very welcoming and friendly to visitors.

Learning and Growing!

Kids in Botswana go to school to learn all sorts of things, just like you! They learn reading, writing, and math. Schools help everyone grow smarter and learn about their country's history and traditions.

Botswana cares a lot about making sure its people are educated. They believe that learning is super important for building a good future for everyone in the country. It's a place where everyone gets a chance to learn and shine!

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