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Botswana was formerly known as the British protectorate of Bechuanaland. It gained independence from British colonial rule on September 30, 1966, and subsequently became the Republic of Botswana. The country transitioned from being a protectorate to a fully independent nation, focusing on democratic governance and economic development.
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What was Botswana called when it was a British colony?
Bechuanaland
Who ruled botswana for nearly 80 years?
the british colony
When did botswana becomd a colony?
The Republic of Botswana was formed September 30th of 1966 and their constitution was put in place then as well. They declared their independence from the United Kingdom.
Which currency is used in botswana?
Botswana, a landlocked country in southern Africa.The Botswana Pula is the currency of Botswana. Currency code BWP.
Was Botswana used to be called Rhodesia?
No, Botswana was never called Rhodesia. Rhodesia was the name used for what is now Zimbabwe and parts of Zambia during colonial rule. Botswana, formerly known as Bechuanaland, gained independence from British rule in 1966 and was renamed Botswana.
What are the utensils used in Botswana?
american forks and spoons
You Keep changing the spelling it is Botswana word. Having something to do with the manner in which a female is addressed In Botswana.?
"Botswana" is the name of the country and literally means "of Tswana". "Bo" meaning of or from. A person from Botswana is referred to as a Motswana. "Mo" pertaining to singular. Many people from Botswana are referred to as Batswana, Batswana is the plural of Motswana. "Ba" pertaining to plural. The most widely used language in the country is Setswana. The use of such words as "Botswanan" or "Botswanian" is actually incorrect and are never used in the country itself, a national of Botswana is referred to as a Motswana, nationals as Batswana. When referring to a product or item from Botswana you would merely describe it as a "Botswana product", not Botswanan or Botswanian etc.
What happened to Botswana colonization?
The British, it was called Betchuanaland. Bechuanaland was never a colony as such, it was a "protectorate" of Britain. In a nutshell, the people of Bechuanaland requested British protection from the South African Boers, the British did not want the Boers or Rhodes, who at that stage was in Rhodesia, moving into Bechuanaland, so this was an arrangement that was beneficial to both the people of Bechuanaland and the British.
What continent is Botswana on?
Botswana is located on the African continent.
What is the current name of Botswana?
suck my .... The current name for Botswana is The Republic of Botswana.
Where is Botswana Embassy in Ghana?
BOTSWANA
What is west of botswana?
Namibia is west of Botswana.
