Barbados

Languages:

English is the official language of Barbados, and it is the primary language spoken on the island. However, Bajan, a creole language, is also spoken by the local population, especially in informal settings. Bajan is a mix of English, West African languages, and various European languages, including Portuguese and Spanish. Due to its history as a British colony, the education system in Barbados is based on the British model, and English is the language of instruction in schools. The literacy rate in Barbados is high, with almost all adults being able to read and write.

Religion:

Barbados is a predominantly Christian country, with approximately 95% of the population identifying as Christian. The largest denomination is Anglican, followed by Pentecostal, Seventh-day Adventist, and Methodist. There are also smaller communities of Catholics, Jehovah's Witnesses, and members of the Church of God. The constitution of Barbados guarantees religious freedom to all citizens, and the government generally respects this right. However, there have been occasional reports of discrimination against religious minorities in the country. The government of Barbados has made efforts to promote interfaith dialogue and religious tolerance in the country.

Ethnic Groups:

African descent 92.4%, mixed 3.1%, White 2.7%, East Indian 1.3%, other 0.2%, unspecified 0.3% (2010 est.)