The Republic of Botswana is a landlocked nation of southern Africa. Formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its new name upon independence in 1966. The economy, closely tied to South Africa's, is dominated by cattle raising and mining. The capital is Gaborone.

• History of Botswana
• Geography of Botswana
• Demographics of Botswana
• Politics of Botswana
• Economy of Botswana
• Communications in Botswana
• Transportation in Botswana
• Military of Botswana
• Foreign relations of Botswana

Much of the material in these articles comes from the CIA World Factbook 2000 and the 2003 U.S. Department of State website.

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