Botswana
More than 2,310 Peace Corps volunteers have served in Botswana since the program was established in 1966. Currently, 144 volunteers serve in Botswana. Volunteers work to address HIV/AIDS in the areas of health, community development and education. Volunteers are trained and work in Setswana and Ikalanga.
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Vital Statistics
- Population Average
- 2 million
- Program Dates
- 1966-1997; 2003-present
- Number of Volunteers
- 144
- Total Volunteers to Date
- 2,311
- Program Sectors
HIV/AIDS, Health, Community Development. Education
- Languages Spoken
- Setswana and Ikalanga
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