Botswana vs Gabon: What the Numbers Mean

Botswana has a population of 2,562,122 and is growing at 2.42% per year.Gabon has a population of 2,593,130 and is growing at 0.87% per year. The difference between them is 31,008 people, with Gabon in the lead.

Population is more than a headcount. Botswana has a density of 4 people per km² across 582,000 km², while Gabon has a density of 10 people per km² across 267,668 km². These figures shape how each country manages housing, infrastructure, and resources. For how these numbers are computed, see our Methodology page.