Gaborone in South-East District
Destination Guide Botswana

Botswana

Botswana, officially the Republic of Botswana (Tswana: Lefatshe la Botswana), is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa. The citizens refer to themselves as "Batswana", but many English-language sources use "Botswanan" instead. Formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its new name after becoming independent within the Commonwealth on 30 September 1966. It has held free and fair democratic elections since independence.

Located at -24.6667, 25.9167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Botswana, Countries in Africa, Bantu countries and territories, English-speaking countries and territories, Landlocked countries, Liberal democracies, Member states of the African Union, Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations, Republics, States and territories established in 1966, Member states of the United Nations, Commonwealth republics

Gaborone

Gaborone is the capital and largest city of Botswana with a population of 231,626 based on the 2011 census, about 10% of the total population of Botswana. Its agglomeration is home to 421,907 inhabitants at the 2011 census. Gaborone is situated between Kgale and Oodi Hills, on the Notwane River in the southeastern corner of Botswana, and 15 kilometres from the South African border. The city is served by the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

Located at -24.6581, 25.9122 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Gaborone, Capitals in Africa, Cities in Botswana, South-East District (Botswana), Capitals of Botswana district, Populated places established in 1964, Planned capitals

National Assembly (Botswana)

The National Assembly is the legislature Botswana's unicameral Parliament. It is advised by the House of Chiefs, which is not a house of Parliament. The current National Assembly, formed following elections held on 16 October 2009, has a total of 63 members. 57 members are directly elected in single member constituencies using the simple-majority system for a term of five years. Four members are co-opted (by secret ballot of the rest of the Assembly) while the remaining two are ex-officio.

Located at -24.6586, 25.9106 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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1961 establishments, National lower houses, Government of Botswana

Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaborone

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaborone is a diocese located in the city of Gaborone, Botswana, in the Ecclesiastical province of Pretoria in South Africa. The motto of the diocese is Deus Caritas Est, which means "God is love."

Located at -24.6575, 25.9186 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Religious organizations established in 1959, Roman Catholic dioceses and prelatures established in the 20th century, Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaborone

Botswana National Museum

The Botswana National Museum, also known as the National Museum and Art Gallery, is located in the Botswanan capital of Gaborone and is a multi-disciplinary institution that includes the National Art Gallery and Octagon Gallery, as well as—since November 2007—the National Botanical Garden. It displays traditional Botswana crafts and paintings and aims to celebrate the work of local artists.

Located at -24.6565, 25.9195 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Museums in Gaborone, Museums established in 1967

Three Dikgosi Monument

The Three Dikgosi Monument is a bronze sculpture located in the Central Business District of Gaborone, Botswana. The statues depict three dikgosi (tribal chiefs): Khama III of the Bangwato, Sebele I of the Bakwena, and Bathoen I of the Bangwaketse. Events are held at the monument such as the 2008 Miss Independence Botswana. A study conducted between January and August 2007 shows that the monument is the most visited tourist destination in Gaborone.

Located at -24.6449, 25.9074 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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2005 sculptures, Colossal statues, Bronze sculptures, Buildings and structures in Gaborone, Buildings and structures completed in 2005, Landmarks in Gaborone, 2005 in Botswana, Monuments and memorials in Gaborone

Legae Academy

Legae Academy is an English medium, independent, co-educational, secondary school located in Gaborone, Botswana. The Academy is a sister school to Legae English Medium Primary School which was established in 1983. The Academy follows the Cambridge International Examinations syllabus, allowing students to sit for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) after 4 years of secondary education, and the A-Level examination after a further 2 years.

Located at -24.6482, 25.8961 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Educational institutions established in 1992, Secondary schools in Gaborone, International schools in Gaborone

Department of Taxes and Attorney General's Chambers Building

The Department of Taxes and Attorney General's Chambers Building (sometimes shortened to Attorney General's Chambers Building) is currently the tallest building in Botswana{{#invoke:Footnotes|sfn}} and one of the most expensive buildings built in Africa. {{#invoke:Footnotes|sfn}} The building, located in the Government Enclave on Nelson Mandela Drive in Gaborone, is home to the Botswana Department of Taxes and the Attorney General's Chambers.

Located at -24.655, 25.9086 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Government of Botswana, Buildings and structures in Gaborone, Landmarks in Gaborone