Discover Botswana: A Guide to its Official Languages

Unveiling Botswana: Where English and Tswana Converge

Learn about the official languages of Botswana and their cultural significance.

Botswana

Botswana boasts a rich linguistic tapestry woven from English and Tswana, its two official languages. English, a legacy of British colonial rule, serves as the language of government, education, and most written communication. Tswana, also known as Setswana, is the national language, spoken by the majority of the population and deeply rooted in Botswana's cultural identity.

English

Inherited from British colonial rule, English is widely used in official business, education, and written communication.

Tswana (Setswana)

The national language of Botswana, spoken by the majority of the population. It's a Bantu language with a rich cultural heritage.

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Language Resources

Learn basic Tswana phrases online. Find English-Tswana dictionaries and translation services.