The given location map of Botswana shows that Botswana is located in the southern part of Africa continent. Botswana map clearly shows that the country is landlocked country which shares its international boundaries with South Africa form south, Zimbabwe from north-east, and Namibia from north and west.
It is also clear from the map of Botswana that geographically the country is almost flat and about 70% of country is covered by the Kalahari Desert. Besides, Tropic of Capricorn passes through this country. Generally, the citizens of Botswana are known as "Batswana" (singular: Motswana). In fact, formerly it was known with different name after independence Botswana adopted a new name.
The government type of Botswana is a representative democratic republic, whereby the President of Botswana is head of state as well as head of the government. Under the political system, there is of a multi-party system. Likewise, the executive power is exercised by the government and legislative power is vested in both the government and the Parliament of the country.
The economy of the country depends upon the natural recourses including diamonds, copper, nickel, gold, and soda ash. Uranium and coal is also found in Botswana. Besides, the Botswana has big beef market.
Moreover, the Botswana tourism is quite popular among the tourists across the world. The reason behind Botswana tourism is the national park and tourists places. So, it is really great fun to take round of Botswana safari.
The government type of Botswana is a representative democratic republic, whereby the President of Botswana is head of state as well as head of the government. Under the political system, there is of a multi-party system. Likewise, the executive power is exercised by the government and legislative power is vested in both the government and the Parliament of the country.
The economy of the country depends upon the natural recourses including diamonds, copper, nickel, gold, and soda ash. Uranium and coal is also found in Botswana. Besides, the Botswana has big beef market.
Moreover, the Botswana tourism is quite popular among the tourists across the world. The reason behind Botswana tourism is the national park and tourists places. So, it is really great fun to take round of Botswana safari.
Continent | Africa |
Where is Located | Botswana is a country located in the Southern Africa |
Coordinates | 24°39.5'S25°54.5'E |
Capital | Gaborone |
Largest City | Gaborone |
Neighboring Countries | Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe |
Administrative divisions | 9 districts and 5 town councils |
Area | 224,610 sq mi |
Population | 2011 estimate 2,029,307 |
Official Language | English and Tswana |
Currency | Pula (BWP) |
ISO Alpha-2 Code | BW |
ISO Alpha-3 Code | BWA |
ISO Numeric Code | 72 |
GDP | $35.978 billion 2014 estimate |
Calling code | 267 |
Time Zone | (UTC+2) |
Internet TLD | .bw |
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