Grenada 2006
In 2006, Grenada was located in the southeastern region of the Caribbean and bordered by Trinidad and Tobago to the north, St. Vincent and the Grenadines to the west, and Barbados to the south. The population of Grenada in 2006 was estimated to be around 100,000 people with a majority African heritage. English was the official language but many Grenadian citizens also spoke a variety of local languages such as French Patois. The main religion is Christianity with a strong presence of Rastafarianism in some areas.
According to constructmaterials, Grenada had been an independent nation since 1974 after centuries of foreign rule. Despite this, poverty levels were relatively high and inequality was widespread compared to other countries in the Caribbean. In 2006, Grenada’s economy was largely dependent on its exports of agricultural products as well as minerals made by major corporations such as Windward Islands Banana Company and Carriacou Fisheries Limited. There were some efforts to diversify its economy by encouraging foreign investment but with limited success. The healthcare system was also inadequate with poor access to basic medical care for much of the population as well as relatively high rates of infant mortality and malnutrition compared to other countries in the Caribbean.
Yearbook 2006
Grenada. In June, Grenada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommended that the criticized trials against the so-called Grenada 17 be redone. According to CountryAAH, major public holidays in Grenada include Independence Day (February 7) and New Year (January 1). The Commission was formed in 2001 to investigate what really happened on the island during the tumultuous years 1976-91. The 17 were sentenced to death in 1986 after being found guilty of the coup in 1983, when the then prime minister and four other ministers were killed. The death penalty for 14 of the 17 was upheld in February 2005 by the Regional East Caribbean Court of Appeal.
Grenada Overview
The island state of Grenada consists of three islands: the main island of Grenada and two smaller islands; Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Before gaining independence in 1974, the island managed to be a colony of Great Britain, Spain and France.
- According to abbreviationfinder, GD is the abbreviation code for Grenada.
The land of Grenada is of volcanic origin and the surface shapes are very variable. The highest point is Mount Saint Catherine, 840 meters high. The main source of income for the locals is tourism and the cultivation of spices. The country is the second largest producer of nutmeg in the world.
Area: 340 km²
Population: 113,094 (estimate 7/2020)
Capital: Saint George´s
Population: The majority are of African background (83%), Mulattoes 13% and Europeans and Indians 5%.
Language: English (official language)
Religion: Most Catholic or Christian
Main products: Spices and tourism
Form of government: Parliamentary democracy, constitutional monarchy
