Faming is a religion in Botswana, and the cow is God.
The bovine which has been consecrated “God with a wet nose” is more than just livestock – it’s a sacred symbol of life, pride and prosperity. With approximately 2.1 million cattle in a country of 2 million people, it’s often said that the average Motswana man is born with a cowbell in his hand.
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