Botswana’s history in modern times is a fascinating study of good fortune being put to good use. The country has benefited from a rich natural resource base, efficient government, and an extremely low population density in a rare post-colonial African success story. In contrast to some of its regional neighbours, Botswana enjoys more than five decades of uninterrupted peace, sustained economic growth and progressive environmental conservation.
Botswana is one of the world's largest diamond producers, with annual revenue streams in the tens of billions of dollars. Mining has facilitated a modern infrastructure, including a paved highway across the vast swathe of The Kalahari. Tourism and agriculture add their fair share to the GDP ensuring one of the highest standards of living in the entire continent.
Wherever you go in Botswana, it's the limitless space that makes the strongest impression. With a population density of approximately three people per square kilometre, Botswana is defined by natural spectacles. Along the legendary riverfront of Chobe National Park, some of Africa's largest elephant herds roam unhindered alongside rare species of antelope.