WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Before its independence in 1966, Botswana was a British protectorate known as Bechuanaland.

Detailed explanation-2: -Botswana: Late British colonialism (1945-1966)

Detailed explanation-3: -Formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its new name upon independence in 1966.

Detailed explanation-4: -After 80 years as a British protectorate, Bechuanaland attained self-government in 1965, becoming the independent Republic of Botswana on September 30, 1966, and maintaining a position of stability and harmony ever since. Sir Seretse Khama was elected the first president and served until his death in 1980.

Detailed explanation-5: -After appeals by the Batswana for assistance, the British Government in 1885 put “Bechuanaland” under its protection. To prevent the Germans from expanding eastwards to link up with the Boers, in January 1885 the British proclaimed a Protectorate over the southern half of Botswana.