culture   Botswana

36 commonsense assertions
Concepts (36) bushman (1) wildlife conservation (1) mokoro (dugout canoe) (1) cattle ownership (1) desert (1) tribal languages (1) traditional dance (1) wagon usage (1) wild horses (1) antelope (1) baboon (1) braai (barbecue) (1) bush (1) child naming (1) collaborative research (1) community involvement in healing (1) corolla (1) eldercare (1) garden pests (1) grains (1) hairdressing education (1) horse riding (1) initiation rites (1) kgotla (1) lighthouses (1) majority (1) mineral deposits (1) native plants (1) network coverage (1) rain (1) rainbows (1) skin whitening products (1) sotho (1) sound systems (1) winters (1) zebra (1) more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 bushman Botswana The San people of the Kalahari Desert in Botswana have deep traditional knowledge crucial to their daily life and survival. 8
2 wildlife conservation Botswana Wildlife conservation is highly valued in Botswana for its rich biodiversity, ecotourism opportunities, and economic benefits. 8
3 mokoro (dugout canoe) Botswana Traditional dugout canoes, called mokoro, are crucial to transportation, fishing, and cultural traditions in Botswana. 6
4 cattle ownership Botswana In Botswana, cattle ownership is central to traditional ceremonies, rituals, and community events. 3
5 desert Botswana Botswana's desert culture is characterized by iconic plants, unique ecosystems, and traditional survival skills adapted to the dry climate. 3
6 tribal languages Botswana Tribal languages are essential to traditional identity and social structure in Botswana. 3
7 traditional dance Botswana Traditional dance is an essential component of cultural celebrations in Botswana. 2
8 wagon usage Botswana In Botswana, wagons are commonly used in rural areas to transport goods and people. 2
9 wild horses Botswana In Botswana, wild horses are viewed as non-native and pose a threat to the natural environment. 2
10 antelope Botswana Antelopes are a significant part of the Southern African ecosystem, commonly found in the plains and grasslands of Botswana. 1
11 baboon Botswana Baboons are a common part of Botswana's natural landscape, often found near human settlements and in national parks. 1
12 braai (barbecue) Botswana Braai (barbecue) is a popular social activity in Botswana, often centered around family gatherings and special occasions. 1
13 bush Botswana In Botswana, bushes are considered an essential part of the natural environment, providing important habitat for wildlife. 1
14 child naming Botswana In Botswana, child naming often reflects historical resistance and anti-colonial movements, by incorporating political figures and events. 1
15 collaborative research Botswana Collaborative research in Botswana emphasizes networking and relationship-building for success. 1
16 community involvement in healing Botswana In Botswana, community involvement in healing includes storytelling, dance, and art therapy for coping and healing from trauma. 1
17 corolla Botswana In Botswana, the Corolla is popular for its fuel efficiency and reliability, making it a common choice for long-distance travel. 1
18 eldercare Botswana In Botswana, it is the norm to care for the elderly at home. 1
19 garden pests Botswana Baboons and porcupines are common garden pests in Botswana, notorious for causing damage to crops and gardens. 1
20 grains Botswana Maize is a staple grain in the diet of Botswana. 1
21 hairdressing education Botswana Hairdressing education in Botswana includes traditional tribal hairstyle training for cultural events and rituals. 1
22 horse riding Botswana Horse riding in Botswana is integral to eco-tourism for safari tours and wildlife viewing. 1
23 initiation rites Botswana Initiation rites in Botswana can involve rituals to connect individuals with ancestral spirits and gain spiritual knowledge. 1
24 kgotla Botswana The kgotla is a traditional meeting place in Botswana for community discussions and conflict resolution. 1
25 lighthouses Botswana Lighthouses are not part of Botswana's inland cultural identity. 1
26 majority Botswana In Botswana, decisions in traditional societies are made by elders, so the majority opinion may not always be followed. 1
27 mineral deposits Botswana Botswana's mining sector benefits from abundant diamond and platinum deposits. 1
28 native plants Botswana Native plants in Botswana are highly valued for their drought resistance and ability to thrive in arid conditions, making them preferred for water-wise gardening. 1
29 network coverage Botswana Network coverage in Botswana is generally strong in urban areas but may be limited in remote rural areas, particularly in the interior regions. 1
30 rain Botswana In Botswana, rain is essential for agriculture and wildlife during the rainy season. 1
31 rainbows Botswana In Botswana, rainbows are viewed as symbols of hope and promise for a prosperous future and good harvests. 1
32 skin whitening products Botswana Skin whitening products in Botswana are connected to a history of racial discrimination and social inequality. 1
33 sotho Botswana The concept of Sotho in Botswana refers to the Tswana people who are part of the Sotho-Tswana ethnic group in the country. 1
34 sound systems Botswana In Botswana, sound systems are used for playing music at outdoor barbecues and social gatherings. 1
35 winters Botswana In Botswana, winters are dry and cool, with increased wildlife sightings near watering holes. 1
36 zebra Botswana Zebras are a part of Botswana's natural wildlife and can be seen in national parks and game reserves. 1