Botswana, one of Africa's most stable countries, is the continent's
longest continuous multi-party democracy. It is relatively free of
corruption and has a good human rights record.
Full name: The Republic of Botswana
Population: 1.9 million (UN, 2007)
Capital: Gaborone
Area: 581,730 sq km (224,607 sq miles)
Major languages: English (official), Setswana
Major religions: Christianity, indigenous beliefs
Life expectancy: 50 years (men), 51 years (women) (UN)
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