Religion

Botswana is an autonomous, landlocked country in Southern Africa. On September 30, 1966, the country gained independence and became a democracy. Botswana has a land area of 581,730 square kilometers and a population of 2,250,260 people. It is one of the world's least populous countries. Botswana's majority religion is Christianity. Christians account for around 77% of the country's total population. Anglicans, Methodists, and the United Church of Southern Africa are the most common Christian denominations in the country. Other religions practiced in the country include Islam, Hinduism, and Baha'ism.

Botswana's constitution permits citizens to practice any religion they choose, and no faith is designated as the state religion. Although proselytizers and missionaries are free to work, forcible conversion is prohibited. Christian holidays are observed throughout the country and are the only religious holidays recognized as public holidays. Botswana, unlike many other African countries, has no strife between religious groups.