Botswana Population living in slums 2026: 36.42 %
Botswana's population living in slums in 2026 is 36.42 % (estimate), down 2.0% from 2025. It ranks #57 of 196 countries.
This statistic measures the percentage of a country's population living in slums, highlighting urban poverty and living conditions. Understanding slum populations is crucial for addressing housing challenges and improving the quality of life.
Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).
Where Botswana ranks (2026)
#57 of 196- #55
Senegal38.57% - #56
Cambodia38.41% - #57
Botswana36.42% - #58
Guatemala36.12% - #59
Nepal35.73%
Population living in slums over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends
| Year | Value | Change | % Change | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 36.42 % | 0.74 % | -2.00% | |
| 2025 | 37.16 % | 0.53 % | -1.40% | |
| 2024 | 37.69 % | 0.53 % | -1.38% | |
| 2023 | 38.22 % | 1.38 % | -3.48% | |
| 2022 | 39.6 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2021 | 39.6 % | 0 % | 0.00% | |
| 2020 | 39.6 % | +0.01 % | +0.01% | |
| 2019 | 39.59 % | +0.01 % | +0.01% | |
| 2018 | 39.59 % | 1.06 % | -2.61% | |
| 2017 | 40.65 % | 1.06 % | -2.54% | |
| 2016 | 41.71 % | 1.06 % | -2.48% | |
| 2015 | 42.77 % | 1.06 % | -2.42% | |
| 2014 | 43.83 % | 1.06 % | -2.36% | |
| 2013 | 44.9 % | 1.06 % | -2.31% | |
| 2012 | 45.96 % | 1.06 % | -2.26% | |
| 2011 | 47.02 % | 1.06 % | -2.21% | |
| 2010 | 48.08 % | 1.06 % | -2.16% | |
| 2009 | 49.14 % | 1.06 % | -2.11% | |
| 2008 | 50.2 % | 1.06 % | -2.07% | |
| 2007 | 51.26 % | 1.06 % | -2.03% | |
| 2006 | 52.32 % | 1.06 % | -1.99% | |
| 2005 | 53.39 % | 1.06 % | -1.95% | |
| 2004 | 54.45 % | 1.06 % | -1.91% | |
| 2003 | 55.51 % | 1.06 % | -1.88% | |
| 2002 | 56.57 % | 1.06 % | -1.84% | |
| 2001 | 57.63 % | 1.06 % | -1.81% | |
| 2000 | 58.69 % | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions About Botswana Population living in slums
What is Botswana's population living in slums in 2026?▾
Botswana's population living in slums is 36.42 % in 2026 (estimate), according to UN Habitat.
Is Botswana's population living in slums increasing or decreasing?▾
Botswana's population living in slums fell by 2.0% from 2025 (37.16 %) to 2026 (36.42 %). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 12.7%.
How does Botswana rank for population living in slums?▾
In 2026, Botswana has the 57th highest population living in slums out of 196 countries with data.
What was Botswana's population living in slums in 2000?▾
In 2000, Botswana's population living in slums was 58.69 %. By 2026 it fell by 37.9%.
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