Prices and Cost of Living in Botswana

Food and beverage prices in Botswana

Popular food products found on store shelves in Botswana include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 16 BWP (1.13 USD) for a kilo of onions to 59.12 BWP (4.16 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 19.06 BWP (1.34 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 9.05 BWP (0.64 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 17.22 BWP (1.21 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 22.89 BWP (1.61 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 12.05 BWP (0.85 USD). Dairy prices in Botswana, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 14.99 BWP (1.06 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 67.92 BWP (4.78 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 59.12 BWP (4.16 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 27.81 BWP (1.96 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 17.38 BWP (1.22 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Botswana vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 29.33 BWP (2.07 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 10.94 BWP (0.77 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 77.5 BWP (5.46 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 400 BWP (28.16 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 85 BWP (5.98 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Botswana?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 7 BWP (0.49 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 300 BWP (21.12 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 7 BWP (0.49 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 30 BWP (2.11 USD).

Fuel prices in Botswana

Average fuel prices in Botswana are 15.72 BWP (1.11 USD) per liter of gasoline and 17.68 BWP (1.25 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Botswana?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Botswana varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 2158 BWP (152 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 2864 BWP (202 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 15547 BWP (1095 USD) per square meter.