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Botswana is a country in Southern Africa. It has many interesting cities and towns. This article will tell you about some of the biggest and most important places where people live in Botswana. These places are home to many Batswana (people from Botswana).

Major Cities and Towns in Botswana

Botswana has a number of busy cities and towns. These places are important centers for living, working, and learning. They are spread across different parts of the country.

Gaborone: The Capital City

Gaborone is the biggest city in Botswana. It is the capital city, which means it's where the government is located. Many people live and work here. Gaborone is in the South-East District. It is ranked as the number one most populated place in Botswana.

Other Important Towns

Botswana has several other large and important towns. These towns are often centers for their surrounding areas. They provide services and jobs for many people.

  • Francistown is the second largest city. It is in the North-East District. Francistown is an important hub for trade and transport.
  • Molepolole is a very large village or town. It is the third most populated place. Molepolole is located in the Kweneng District.
  • Serowe ranks as the fourth largest settlement. It is in the Central District. Serowe is known for its rich history and culture.
  • Selibe Phikwe is the fifth largest town. It is also in the Central District. This town is famous for its mining industry.
  • Maun is the sixth largest town. It is in the North-West District. Maun is often called the "tourism capital" of Botswana. It is a gateway to the Okavango Delta.
  • Kanye is the seventh largest place. It is found in the Southern District. Kanye is another important traditional village.
  • Mahalapye is the eighth largest town. It is in the Central District. Mahalapye is a key stop along the main railway line.

How Towns Are Grouped

Botswana is divided into different areas called districts. Each city or town belongs to a specific district. For example, Gaborone is in the South-East District. These districts help organize the country and its services.

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