Selebi-Phikwe is a mining town located in the Central District of Botswana. The town serves as its own administrative district, separate from the surrounding Central District. As of 2022, it had a population of 42,488, making it one of Botswana's significant urban centers.
The economy of Selebi-Phikwe is centered on mining operations in the region. The town developed as a result of mineral extraction activities and remains dependent on this industry for its economic foundation and employment base.