News This Day In History: Botswana Published 12 years ago on September 30, 2014 By Deandrea S Hamilton This day in history 1966, Botswana gained its independence from Great Britain. Share this: Related Topics:botswanagreat britainindependence day TRENDING News1 week ago Academy Eagles FC crowned Beaches Turks & Caicos sponsored Provo Men’s Premier League champions 2026 News1 week ago Beaches Turks & Caicos celebrates Stars at its Annual Prestige Awards Bahamas News10 hours ago Over a Week Later, Bahamians Still Waiting on Full Election Numbers