Gaborone
Decriminalized in 2019. A small, discreet community and no gay village.
Updated
Laws and safety. See Botswana.
- Country
- Botswana
- Scene
- Small scene
- Same-sex activity
- Legal
- Recognition
- No legal recognition
Keep it discreet
Decriminalized in 2019 (High Court, upheld 2021); minimal protections; conservative.
Go with your eyes open. Keep affection private, use apps carefully, and stick to venues locals recommend.
The scene
- The vibe Decriminalized 2019 · Discreet
Decriminalized in 2019. A small, discreet community and no gay village.
Advice Enjoy the city for what it is, check the app for the night out, and keep the nearest hub in mind for the weekend.
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Method
The scene rating says how much there is to do: small scene means a bar or two, a pride, gay-friendly nights. fine for a visit, not the reason to go. Safety comes from the Botswana country page, tiered on ILGA World, Human Rights Watch, the Human Dignity Trust, Equaldex and court rulings. Ratings come from our editors and club members who were just there. How we rate. Last reviewed September 2026.