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Republic of Botswana

Botswana

Botswana is a country in Africa that is home to 2,352,000 people. It is also home to 26 living indigenous languages. One of these, Setswana, is an official language of the country. Botswana was also home to 1 indigeneous language that is now extinct. In addition, 3 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, English, is also an official language of the country. In formal education, 1 indigenous language is used as a language of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    2,352,000

    people

    26

    living languages

    87%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 2
    2. 14
    3. 10
    4. 1

Botswana has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.