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Botswana Prison Population Statistics

Understanding Botswana's Prison Population

Comprehensive data and analysis on incarceration rates in Botswana.

Botswana Prison Population Statistics

Botswana Prison System

As of December 15, 2022, Botswana's prison population stood at 3,971, encompassing both convicted individuals and pre-trial detainees. This translates to a prison population rate of 161 per 100,000 inhabitants, calculated based on an estimated national population of 2.46 million at the time. Sources: Botswana Ministry of Defence and Security, United Nations.

Key Figures

Total Prison Population: 3,971; Incarceration Rate: 161 per 100,000

Data Sources

Botswana Ministry of Defence and Security and United Nations

Further Research

Explore additional resources from the Botswana Ministry of Defence and Security and the United Nations for a more in-depth understanding.

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