Barbados

Barbadians ('Bajans') are predominantly of African descent, with small white and other minorities. English is the official language, with a Bajan dialect widely spoken.

Christianity, historically Anglican, is the dominant faith.

Society

Barbados has high literacy — among the highest in the world — good healthcare, and high living standards, with a stable society and a strong cultural identity, the birthplace of the global star Rihanna.