Sikwane is a village in Kgatleng District of Botswana. The village is located 55 km east of Gaborone, and also approximately 30 km northwest of Mochudi, the district capital.The village is nestled in the southeastern part of Botswana close to the border with South Africa, Deertepoort Boarder Post.

Demographics

As of the 2011 census, the population of Sikwane was approximately 3,000 people. The village is predominantly inhabited by the Bakgatla people, who are part of the larger Tswana ethnic group.

Economy

- The main economic activities in Sikwane include subsistence farming, livestock rearing, and small-scale trading.

- Many residents also commute to nearby Mochudi or Gaborone for employment opportunities.

_Infrastructure_

- Sikwane has a primary school, a clinic, and a few shops.

- The village is connected to the national electricity grid, and many households have access to piped water.

Cultural Significance

- Sikwane is known for its traditional Tswana culture and customs.

- The village is home to several important cultural sites, including the Sikwane Kgotla (traditional meeting place).

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