Gaborone - Post Report Question and Answers
Would someone with physical disabilities have difficulties living in this city?
Probably, yes. You'll almost certainly need a car, and not all places in the city are accessible. - Aug 2024
Gaborone does not have good infrastructure for people with disabilities. Sidewalks are almost non-existent or used by motorists to park their cars. Buildings are supposed to be accessible, but builders often do not conform to those rules. Traffic lights are almost always out of order, so blind people never have audible cues to cross the street. - Dec 2023
It is doable. They actually do have some ramps and other things. - Jul 2019
It is always difficult for people with physical disabilities, but, in general, I think Gaborone might be easier for people with disabilities than most places. It seems to me that many public places have made accommodations like handicapped parking spaces and access ramps for disabled people.
That said, I might have a totally different perspective if I spent a day or two pushing around someone in a wheelchair. - Apr 2017
Yes, but less than in other countries. There are designated parking spaces, and the US Embassy is accessible. One would have to research the accommodations to their specific needs. - Jul 2016
Nope. No resources are available. - Oct 2014
I dont think so. There are certain places where you would likely find it challenging, but nothing exceptionally difficult. - Nov 2013
Many difficulties throughout the city. The chancery building itself is 3 floors with no elevator. - Jul 2013
Actually, the shopping malls have handicapped facilities, but it's not generally a handicapped-accessible city. - Apr 2013
There are no ramps/elevators in most buildings. It would probably be hard to get around if your mobility was limited. - Jun 2010
