Miss World Botswana 2024 Showcases Makgadikgadi’s Wonders Ahead of Global Stage. Miss World Botswana 2024, Anicia T. Gaothusi, recently embarked on a captivating exploration of the Makgadikgadi Pans, immersing herself in one of the country’s most iconic natural landmarks. The visit forms part of her official preparations to represent Botswana at the upcoming 72nd Miss World pageant.
Hosted by Camp Kalahari, Gaothusi experienced the dramatic landscape of the salt flats, known for their vast, shimmering beauty and rich ecological significance. Her journey not only highlighted the stunning vistas of Makgadikgadi but also emphasized the importance of promoting Botswana’s tourism potential to a global audience.
One of the highlights of her trip included an up-close encounter with habituated meerkats—a unique wildlife experience that reflects the ecological diversity and charm of the area. Guided by local experts, Gaothusi witnessed the meerkats’ social interactions and behaviors in their natural habitat, offering a glimpse into the biodiversity that draws nature enthusiasts to the region.
The Makgadikgadi visit is part of a broader campaign to spotlight Botswana’s natural heritage and cultural richness through the Miss World Botswana platform. By integrating destination tourism with the pageant’s global visibility, the initiative aims to position Botswana as a premier travel destination.
Miss World Botswana organizers expressed appreciation for the collaboration with local tourism stakeholders, emphasizing the role such experiences play in equipping Gaothusi with authentic stories and imagery to share on the international stage.
