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Botswana
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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)
- Monetary unit: 1 Pula = 100 thebe
- Main exports: Diamonds, copper, nickel, beef
- GNI per capita: US $5,180 (World Bank, 2006)
- Internet domain: .bw
- International dialling code: +267
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