Reverse In the central part, an artistic depiction of a buffalo. Above it, a two-line inscription in English: '25 THEBE' - 25 thebe.
Obverse In the central part, the coat of arms of the Republic of Botswana. Above it, the country name in English: 'BOTSWANA'. Below it, the year of issue: 1989. In the lower part, along the rim of the coin, an inscription in English: 'IPELEGENG' - independence.