List of schools in Botswana

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This is a list of notable schools in Botswana, organized by the country's administrative districts.

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Francistown

Gaborone

Lobatse

North-East District

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References

  1. "JCE Exam Centres". Botswana Examinations Council. Retrieved 24 May 2021.