Hinduism in Botswana is largely practiced in the area of Gaborone and Selibe Phikwe.
Hinduism in Botswana gained momentum with the coming of the Indians to Botswana in the beginning of the 20th century. Hence, a large part of the Hindus in Botswana are of Indian origin. According to the 2001 census, the population of the Hindus in Botswana was around 3,000 people. In fact, the Hindu population in Botswana makes about one percent of the total population of the country. The temples in Gaborone and Selibe Phikwe have really strengthened the spread of Hinduism here.
However, plans have been made to establish Sai Baba Center, Venkateshwara Temple, ISKCON Center and a Swaminarayan Temple in Botswana to make Hinduism more popular and widespread. The growth and popularity of Hinduism enables Botswana to become a secular country, as Christianity and Islam are also widely practiced here. The Hindu community in Botswana comprises of one percent of the total population.
The Art of Living Centers in Lobaste and Gaborone, the Guru Group and the Raja Yoga Center of the Brahma Kumaris and many more have played a crucial role in rapid spreading of the religion of Hinduism. Hinduism in Botswana has really played a significant role in strengthening the bond with India. Moreover, Hinduism being an important religion became popular in the African country of Botswana, through the development of various religious institutions.
