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Bahamian Scorecard

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The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, celebrated for its turquoise waters, coral reefs, and a year-round tropical climate. It has a population of 0.4 million, a population growth rate of 0.48%, and a median age of 34.60 years.

Historically, the islands were inhabited by the Lucayan people before European explorers arrived, and later became a British colony with a legacy of maritime trade and piracy.

Today, the Bahamas is a major tourist destination with a vibrant culture that blends African, British, and indigenous influences, thriving on hospitality and natural beauty.

Its capital city is Nassau.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in the Bahamas improved by 5.8% from 2022 to 2023

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GDP Growth in Bahamas, The worsened by 75.5% from 2022 to 2023

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Unemployment Rate in the Bahamas improved by 2.1% from 2023 to 2024

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Inflation Rate in the Bahamas improved by 45.6% from 2022 to 2023

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Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in the Bahamas improved by 0.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Infant Mortality Rate in the Bahamas improved by 1.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Human Development Index in the Bahamas improved by 2.5% from 2021 to 2022

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Suicide Mortality Rate in Bahamas, The worsened by 4.8% from 2020 to 2021

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Freedom in the World in Bahamas, The worsened by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024

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Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Bahamas, The improved by 5.9% from 2019 to 2023

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Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

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Control of Corruption in the Bahamas improved by 0.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Homicide Rate in the Bahamas worsened by 62.4% from 2020 to 2021

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Government Effectiveness in the Bahamas worsened by 36.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Political Stability in the Bahamas improved by 14.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Rule of Law in the Bahamas improved by 33.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Voice and Accountability in the Bahamas worsened by 1.4% from 2022 to 2023

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Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in the Bahamas worsened by 3.8% from 2022 to 2023

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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Bahamas, The worsened by 2.0% from 2019 to 2020

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Renewable Energy Consumption showed no change from 2021 to 2022

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