Landing in Gaborone, Setting Up Base
Botswana Travel Podcast with Kabelo MolefePlay episode
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Kabelo Molefe arrives in Botswana's capital for a two-year stay, navigating permits, bank accounts, SIM cards, and first impressions. He hikes Kgale Hill, explores the Main Mall, and begins to map out the seasons ahead, from the Kalahari to the Okavango.
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Episode 1 of Botswana Travel Podcast with Kabelo Molefe. Kabelo Molefe is in Gaborone, Botswana.
Places in this episode: Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Government Enclave, Cafe Dijo, Absa Bank, Mascom shop, Main Mall, Extension 9, Tlokweng.
Covered: Arrival logistics and admin, First impressions of Gaborone, Local food and markets, Outdoor recreation near the capital, Cultural calendar for August 2026, Cost of living and currency.
Chapters:
00:00 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport
02:17 Mascom shop
04:01 Extension 9
05:30 Main Mall
07:09 Mokolodi Nature Reserve
08:40 Molapo Crossing
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