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Jamaica, an island nation with a rich cultural heritage, operates as a constitutional parliamentary democracy since gaining independence on August 6, 1962. With a population of approximately 2.7 million, Kingston serves as the vibrant capital city. The economy thrives on key industries such as agriculture, mining, tourism, and oil refining, along with abundant natural resources like bauxite and limestone. The majority of Jamaicans identify with Christianity, while vibrant festivals like Reggae Sumfest and the Ocho Rios Jazz Fest showcase the country's dynamic culture.
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JAMACIA By: Waymon Bowe
Type of government • Type: Constitutional parliamentary democracy.Independence: August 6, 1962.Constitution: August 6, 1962.
Jamaican population • 2,702,300 - 2010
Capital city • Kingston
Jamaica average income • 120 Jamaica 7,430
Major indrusty • The economy of Jamaica is largely dependent on industrial sectors like agriculture, mining, tourism, oil refining, sugar, cement, chemicals, tobacco processing, textiles, flour milling, processed foods and others.
Natural resources • bauxite, gypsum, limestone
Major Religions • The majority of Jamaicans identify themselves with Christianity. However, there is also Rastafarianism, Revivalism are local religions. There are small groups who practice Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Bahai and many more.
Festivals and Holidays • Reggae Sumfest Ocho Rios Jazz Fest held each June.