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Francistown: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Francistown is the second-largest city in Botswana, with a population of about 103,417 inhabitants and 147,122 inhabitants in its agglomeration at the 2022 census.

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Now in the cityFrancistown+37°CClear · sunset 06:21 PMupdated 02:31 PM
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Exchange rateP 14.10per 1 $BWP — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information about entry requirements for those entering from Ebola-affected regions ('Entry requirements' page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution in Botswana due to crime . Crime Petty crime and crimes of opportunity, primarily the theft of money and personal property, are common in Botswana. Potentially violent crimes are also common, including home invasions, break-ins, muggings, and “smash and grabs” from vehicles.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport FRW4.2 km from the centre
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport BUQ173 km from the centre
Polokwane International Airport PTG358 km from the centre

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