Bahamas celebrate 38 years of Independence

The Bahamas is celebrating its 38th year of political independence from Britain.



Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham says the country has emerged into a vibrant democracy and international business centre.



The Bahamas obtained its political independence from Britain on July 10, 1973 and this year’s celebration is being observed under the theme “38 years - United in Love and Service”.



Ingraham told citizens that during the past 38 years the chain of islands have ‘ evolved from a small colony to a proud and politically stable Caribbean nation



Ingraham says the country ‘success is manifested in the fact that it enjoys one of the highest per capita incomes among countries in the Americas.