Gaborone

Wash hands before the meal, use right hand to scoop seswaa with pap, and leave a bit on your plate to show you're satisfied.

Learn route numbers in advance, have exact change ready (P5-10), and say 'sharp left/right' when nearing your stop.

Exterior photos are fine but avoid photographing security personnel. Government buildings require special permission for interior shots.

Try kota (quarter loaf sandwich) filled with chips, egg and sausage - best enjoyed at Station food stalls near the bus rank.

Formal business attire is expected - suits for men, conservative dresses or suits for women. Bright colors are acceptable.

Vendors expect polite haggling - start at 60% of asking price. Friday afternoons offer the liveliest atmosphere with live music.

Flashing headlights means 'I'm yielding to you'. Watch for pedestrians crossing unexpectedly - they have right of way.

Check out Bull & Bush Pub for live jazz Sundays, or House of Songs for traditional Setswana music performances.

Visit Thapong Visual Arts Centre for reasonably priced authentic crafts, avoiding tourist markups at hotel shops.

Maintain quiet reverence at exhibits about San culture - avoid loud comments about their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle.

Many nationalities get 90-day visa-free entry. Check with Botswana immigration.

Botswana Pula (BWP). ATMs are widely available.

Yes, English is the official language and widely used.

Yes, it's generally safe, but bottled water is recommended for sensitive stomachs.

10% in restaurants; small tips for hotel staff and guides.

Yes, in most hotels, restaurants, and shops. Cash is needed for markets.

Yes, with normal precautions. Avoid walking alone at night.

Type D and G (230V, 50Hz). Bring an adapter.