Becoming The Bahamas
Our unique history has molded us into a country of proud, independent people with much to be thankful for.
Our unique history has molded us into a country of proud, independent people with much to be thankful for.
Ready, set, go! There’s always something to prove in a neighborhood street race: for the more competitive, the ultimate goal is winning. Everyone else is just focused on not coming in “hot last”!
Inagua is the southernmost island in The Bahamas as well as the country’s second-largest behind Andros. The island is known for its centuries-old history of salt production and for its bird watching.
Kaiden Moss-Moultrie is a passionate spokesperson. At the age of 4, she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and from then to now she has been a part of the Kids Camp.
Photography: Ben Jamieson Photography/© Colina Insurance Limited
Acknowledgements: Ricardo Deveaux, President & CEO, The Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Foundation; Colina’s “Bright Kids” and their parents
Thick and rich, Stewed Conch is a Bahamian comfort food. Perfect during the cooler months, the aroma of thyme, tomato paste, browned flour and tender pieces of conch is tantalizing.
F.Dot Photography
Food preparation by: Chef Wayne Moncur
November is World Diabetes Awareness month. Did you know that about one third of all people with diabetes did not know they have the disease?
Art by: Trilogy (Stefan Legend & Jamaal Rolle)/© Colina Insurance Limited
Black Tuesday stands as a watershed moment in Bahamian history.
Photography: Scharad Lightbourne with Kavah Duncombe/© Colina Insurance Limited
History Consultant: Dr. Christopher Curry, School of Social Sciences, College of The Bahamas
When fear, hatred and ridicule raise their heads, New Providence Community Church (NPCC) pastor Matthew Sweeting fires back with the progressive Christian ideas of love, honesty and respect.
Photography: Scharad Lightbourne/© Colina Insurance Limited
Known for its gorgeous shell and iconic pink colored flared “lip”, conch is an important part of Bahamian culture. This sea snail has been used for decades as a source of food, decoration, jewelry, and bait for fishing. Conch is a Bahamian staple enjoyed in salad and fritters. It is also served stewed, scorched and cracked.
UB – chartered on November 10, 2016 – was birthed from the College of The Bahamas which was established in 1974. UB has two campuses in New Providence and one in Grand Bahama; satellite locations in Abaco and Exuma, which offer continuing education; and a thriving research facility in San Salvador.
Pine trees, off Sir Milo Butler Highway, are gracefully blanketed in fog, creating a sense of mystery
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