Comoros

Country Comoros
Capital Moroni
Continent Africa
Currency Comorian franc(KMF)
Languages Comorian, Arabic & French

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Comoros has endured more than 20 coups or attempted coups since gaining independence from France in 1975. In 1997, the islands of Anjouan and Moheli declared independence from Comoros. In 1999, military chief Col. AZALI seized power in a bloodless coup, and helped negotiate the 2000 Fomboni Accords power-sharing agreement in which the federal presidency rotates among the three islands, and each island maintains its own local government. AZALI won the 2002 presidential election, and each island in the archipelago elected its own president. AZALI stepped down in 2006 and President SAMBI was elected to office. In 2007, Mohamed BACAR effected Anjouan's de-facto secession from the Union, refusing to step down in favor of fresh Anjouanais elections when Comoros' other islands held legitimate elections in July. The African Union (AU) initially attempted to resolve the political crisis by applying sanctions and a naval blockade on Anjouan, but in March 2008, AU and Comoran soldiers seized the island. The move was generally welcomed by the island's inhabitants.

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Comoros - Wikipedia
Comoros - CIA World Fact Book
Comoros - BBC
Comoros - Timeline - BBC

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Serdal International inaugurates operations in the Comoros - Container NewsSerdal International inaugurates operations in the Comoros  Container News

Surviving Cyclone Chido in Comoros: A Story of Hope and Resilience - World BankSurviving Cyclone Chido in Comoros: A Story of Hope and Resilience  World Bank

Fight to save last forests of the Comoros unites farmers and NGOs - Times of IndiaFight to save last forests of the Comoros unites farmers and NGOs  Times of India

Comoros says deputies no longer authorised to register ships as government seeks to tally fleet - Lloyd's ListComoros says deputies no longer authorised to register ships as government seeks to tally fleet  Lloyd's List

Serdal International launches new ferry service in The Comoros - ShippaxSerdal International launches new ferry service in The Comoros  Shippax

Comoros, Saudi Arabia strengthen economic partnership - APAnews - Agence de Presse AfricaineComoros, Saudi Arabia strengthen economic partnership  APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

Encouraging signs from a no-fishing zone in Comoros could inspire others - MongabayEncouraging signs from a no-fishing zone in Comoros could inspire others  Mongabay

French border police accused of causing shipwrecks and deaths of migrants from Comoros - Le Monde.frFrench border police accused of causing shipwrecks and deaths of migrants from Comoros  Le Monde.fr

Ticket to Life: Empowering 400 Vulnerable Youth in Comoros for a Brighter Future - WOSMTicket to Life: Empowering 400 Vulnerable Youth in Comoros for a Brighter Future  WOSM

Stefano Cusin (Comoros): “We are not here by chance” - cafonline.comStefano Cusin (Comoros): “We are not here by chance”  cafonline.com

ALECSO congratulates the Comoros on Independence Day - ??????? ??????? ??????? ? ??????? ? ??????ALECSO congratulates the Comoros on Independence Day  ??????? ??????? ??????? ? ??????? ? ??????

Trade Success No.24 - Comoros: The EPA and EU-funded projects, true drivers of growth and innovation for the development of ylang-ylang exports - EEASTrade Success No.24 - Comoros: The EPA and EU-funded projects, true drivers of growth and innovation for the development of ylang-ylang exports  EEAS

Aging in Silence: Combating Elderly Poverty in Comoros - The Borgen ProjectAging in Silence: Combating Elderly Poverty in Comoros  The Borgen Project

Digital 2025: Comoros - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Comoros  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Comoros - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Comoros  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Comoros marks 50 years of independence amid ongoing dispute over Mayotte - RFIComoros marks 50 years of independence amid ongoing dispute over Mayotte  RFI

Union of the Comoros: Country Climate and Development Report - ReliefWebUnion of the Comoros: Country Climate and Development Report  ReliefWeb

Comoros Economic Update: An Ocean of Opportunities - Blue Economy as a Driver of Sustainable Growth - World BankComoros Economic Update: An Ocean of Opportunities - Blue Economy as a Driver of Sustainable Growth  World Bank

Dozens of sanctioned tankers fly Comoros flag despite government saying they were deregistered - Lloyd's ListDozens of sanctioned tankers fly Comoros flag despite government saying they were deregistered  Lloyd's List

Union of Comoros: Technical Assistance Report-Operationalization of the Revised Law on the Resolution of Financial Institutions - International Monetary FundUnion of Comoros: Technical Assistance Report-Operationalization of the Revised Law on the Resolution of Financial Institutions  International Monetary Fund

En-échelon Rifting and Origin of the Volcanism in the Comoros - AGU PublicationsEn-échelon Rifting and Origin of the Volcanism in the Comoros  AGU Publications

Comoros faces water shortages – here’s how the small island state is adapting - PreventionWebComoros faces water shortages – here’s how the small island state is adapting  PreventionWeb

Pres. Taye arrives in Moroni to attend Comoros’ 50th Anniversary of Independence Day - fanamc.comPres. Taye arrives in Moroni to attend Comoros’ 50th Anniversary of Independence Day  fanamc.com

Comoros accuses EU-sanctioned ship register of fraudulently flagging ships on its behalf - Lloyd's ListComoros accuses EU-sanctioned ship register of fraudulently flagging ships on its behalf  Lloyd's List

South Africa 3-1 Comoros (13 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaSouth Africa 3-1 Comoros (13 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Comorian woman says justice minister among men who raped her for years - RFIComorian woman says justice minister among men who raped her for years  RFI

Burden of malaria in the Comoros, 1990–2021: findings from the global burden of disease study 2021 - FrontiersBurden of malaria in the Comoros, 1990–2021: findings from the global burden of disease study 2021  Frontiers

Insights into the rural livestock farming sector of the Comoros - Food and Agriculture OrganizationInsights into the rural livestock farming sector of the Comoros  Food and Agriculture Organization

Steam Srl’s studies lay foundation for Comoros geothermal roadmap - ThinkGeoEnergySteam Srl’s studies lay foundation for Comoros geothermal roadmap  ThinkGeoEnergy

A year on, how WTO membership is helping Comoros' economy - The World Economic ForumA year on, how WTO membership is helping Comoros' economy  The World Economic Forum

Kenya Airways Disrupts Travel Across Kenya, Rwanda, and Comoros as 3 Flights are Cancelled, Stranding Passengers at Jomo Kenyatta, Kigali, and Prince Said Ibrahim Airports: New Update - Travel And Tour WorldKenya Airways Disrupts Travel Across Kenya, Rwanda, and Comoros as 3 Flights are Cancelled, Stranding Passengers at Jomo Kenyatta, Kigali, and Prince Said Ibrahim Airports: New Update  Travel And Tour World

Comoros Cholera Outbreak - DREF Final Report (MDRKM011) - ReliefWebComoros Cholera Outbreak - DREF Final Report (MDRKM011)  ReliefWeb

Street Children in the Comoros - The Borgen ProjectStreet Children in the Comoros  The Borgen Project

A bold reform in Comoros: Opening up the rice market to increase food security and catalyze private sector growth - World Bank BlogsA bold reform in Comoros: Opening up the rice market to increase food security and catalyze private sector growth  World Bank Blogs

In Comoros, UNICEF acts to protect the most vulnerable children from the impacts of extreme weather - UnicefIn Comoros, UNICEF acts to protect the most vulnerable children from the impacts of extreme weather  Unicef

AD Ports Group JV starts crucial ferry service in the Comoros Islands - Arabian BusinessAD Ports Group JV starts crucial ferry service in the Comoros Islands  Arabian Business

Strengthening the Capacity of Rice Farmers – A Step Towards Rice Self-Sufficiency and Food Security in Comoros - CGIARStrengthening the Capacity of Rice Farmers – A Step Towards Rice Self-Sufficiency and Food Security in Comoros  CGIAR

Protecting biodiversity in Comoros - UNDPProtecting biodiversity in Comoros  UNDP

PLA Support Base in Djibouti participates in 50th anniversary of Comoros' independence - China's Ministry of National DefensePLA Support Base in Djibouti participates in 50th anniversary of Comoros' independence  China's Ministry of National Defense

COSAFA U17: Mozambique, Comoros book semifinal spots in Harare - Africa Top SportsCOSAFA U17: Mozambique, Comoros book semifinal spots in Harare  Africa Top Sports

Comoros beat CAR to move second and tighten Group I race with Ghana - cafonline.comComoros beat CAR to move second and tighten Group I race with Ghana  cafonline.com

Tapping the diaspora: Comoros sees remittances as key to sustainable development - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaTapping the diaspora: Comoros sees remittances as key to sustainable development  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Comoros declares week of national mourning in wake of Cyclone Chido - Le Monde.frComoros declares week of national mourning in wake of Cyclone Chido  Le Monde.fr

Serdal International launches new passenger auto ferry service in Comoros - MSNSerdal International launches new passenger auto ferry service in Comoros  MSN

Comoros joins Africa Finance Corporation - APAnews - Agence de Presse AfricaineComoros joins Africa Finance Corporation  APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

ITFC extends trade finance to Uzbekistan and Comoros totalling US$63.25mn - Global Trade ReviewITFC extends trade finance to Uzbekistan and Comoros totalling US$63.25mn  Global Trade Review

Phases of Magmatism and Tectonics Along the Madagascar-Comoros Volcanic Chain, and Synchronous Changes in the Kinematics of the Lwandle and Somalia Plates - AGU PublicationsPhases of Magmatism and Tectonics Along the Madagascar-Comoros Volcanic Chain, and Synchronous Changes in the Kinematics of the Lwandle and Somalia Plates  AGU Publications

Impact of Trade on Poverty Reduction in Comoros - The Borgen ProjectImpact of Trade on Poverty Reduction in Comoros  The Borgen Project

Comoros faces first ICSID claim - Global Arbitration ReviewComoros faces first ICSID claim  Global Arbitration Review

AXIAN Telecom’s Yas Comoros Secures €25M Loan to Boost Digital Transformation - TechAfrica NewsAXIAN Telecom’s Yas Comoros Secures €25M Loan to Boost Digital Transformation  TechAfrica News

Lavish 'Grand Mariage' weddings celebrate Comoros tradition, society - France 24Lavish 'Grand Mariage' weddings celebrate Comoros tradition, society  France 24

Protecting biodiversity in Comoros: a vital priority for the country, Africa, and the world - UNDPProtecting biodiversity in Comoros: a vital priority for the country, Africa, and the world  UNDP

EU Sanctions Operator of the Comoros and Gabon Flag Registries - The Maritime ExecutiveEU Sanctions Operator of the Comoros and Gabon Flag Registries  The Maritime Executive

Anger flares in Comoros as residents endure cost of living and energy crises - RFIAnger flares in Comoros as residents endure cost of living and energy crises  RFI

France and Comoros clash over migrants lost in Mayotte cyclone disaster - RFIFrance and Comoros clash over migrants lost in Mayotte cyclone disaster  RFI

Egypt, Comoros pledge stronger economic ties, call for unified African voice on global issues - DailynewsegyptEgypt, Comoros pledge stronger economic ties, call for unified African voice on global issues  Dailynewsegypt

Cabo Verde and Comoros lead African SIDs in building climate-resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economies - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaCabo Verde and Comoros lead African SIDs in building climate-resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economies  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Community-Led Development in Comoros Driving Progress - The Borgen ProjectCommunity-Led Development in Comoros Driving Progress  The Borgen Project

AUC Chairperson Message on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Union of the Comoros - African UnionAUC Chairperson Message on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Union of the Comoros  African Union

Japan-Comoros Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Comoros Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Comoros president says a 'child' will replace him, opponents see succession plan - ReutersComoros president says a 'child' will replace him, opponents see succession plan  Reuters

Mental Health in the Comoros - The Borgen ProjectMental Health in the Comoros  The Borgen Project

Comoros ruling party wins parliamentary elections, opposition rejects results - ReutersComoros ruling party wins parliamentary elections, opposition rejects results  Reuters

Comoros president Assoumani announces plans to hand power to son - RFIComoros president Assoumani announces plans to hand power to son  RFI

IITA strengthens collaboration with Comoros Ministry of Agriculture - CGIARIITA strengthens collaboration with Comoros Ministry of Agriculture  CGIAR

Voters in Comoros head to polls to elect 33-seat parliament - VOA - Voice of America English NewsVoters in Comoros head to polls to elect 33-seat parliament  VOA - Voice of America English News

Tables turned as Comoros offers lifeline to Mayotte's cyclone survivors - RFITables turned as Comoros offers lifeline to Mayotte's cyclone survivors  RFI

Union of Comoros: Operationalization of the Revised Law on the Resolution of Financial Institutions - International Monetary FundUnion of Comoros: Operationalization of the Revised Law on the Resolution of Financial Institutions  International Monetary Fund

On behalf of the UAE President, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Attends the 50th Independence Anniversary Ceremony of the Union of the Comoros - mofa.gov.aeOn behalf of the UAE President, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Attends the 50th Independence Anniversary Ceremony of the Union of the Comoros  mofa.gov.ae

Comoros’ Prized Muslim Headgear Undercut by Chinese Copies - The China-Global South ProjectComoros’ Prized Muslim Headgear Undercut by Chinese Copies  The China-Global South Project

Comoros Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan in Western Sahara - Morocco World NewsComoros Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan in Western Sahara  Morocco World News

Comoros Cholera Outbreak - DREF Operational Update #2 (MDRKM011) - ReliefWebComoros Cholera Outbreak - DREF Operational Update #2 (MDRKM011)  ReliefWeb

Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit/ Comoros President: Sovereignty of Arab, Islamic Nations a Red Line - ????? ??????? ???????Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit/ Comoros President: Sovereignty of Arab, Islamic Nations a Red Line  ????? ??????? ???????

Island nation of Comoros votes in 2nd round of parliamentary elections - Anadolu AjansiIsland nation of Comoros votes in 2nd round of parliamentary elections  Anadolu Ajansi

Comoros president Assoumani denies he intends to hand power to son - ReutersComoros president Assoumani denies he intends to hand power to son  Reuters

Axian Telecom Invests $82M to Expand 4G in Madagascar, Comoros & Tanzania - TechAfrica NewsAxian Telecom Invests $82M to Expand 4G in Madagascar, Comoros & Tanzania  TechAfrica News

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Receives Comorian Counterpart and Affirms Commitment to Strengthening Bilateral Relations – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of IRAQ - ????? ???????? ????????Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Receives Comorian Counterpart and Affirms Commitment to Strengthening Bilateral Relations – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of IRAQ  ????? ???????? ????????

Island hopping: Why Azerbaijan’s meddling in the Comoros should worry the EU - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Island hopping: Why Azerbaijan’s meddling in the Comoros should worry the EU  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

Comoros’ prized Muslim headgear, kofia, undercut by cheaper Chinese copies - Hong Kong Free Press HKFPComoros’ prized Muslim headgear, kofia, undercut by cheaper Chinese copies  Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

Comoros accused of expropriating investment - African Law & BusinessComoros accused of expropriating investment  African Law & Business

At least 25 killed after traffickers capsize boat off Comoros: IOM - Al JazeeraAt least 25 killed after traffickers capsize boat off Comoros: IOM  Al Jazeera

Sécurité sanitaire et qualité des aliments - Food and Agriculture OrganizationSécurité sanitaire et qualité des aliments  Food and Agriculture Organization

AUC Chairperson received H.E. Mr. Youssouf Mondoha Assoumani, Ambassador of the Union of the Comoros - African UnionAUC Chairperson received H.E. Mr. Youssouf Mondoha Assoumani, Ambassador of the Union of the Comoros  African Union

Post-Election Civil Unrest in Comoros DREF Final Report (MDRKM010) - ReliefWebPost-Election Civil Unrest in Comoros DREF Final Report (MDRKM010)  ReliefWeb

Comoros Launches E-Learning and EdTech Platforms to Modernize Schools - We are TechComoros Launches E-Learning and EdTech Platforms to Modernize Schools  We are Tech

2024 News items - DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes Comoros as 165th WTO member - World Trade Organization2024 News items - DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes Comoros as 165th WTO member  World Trade Organization

COSAFA: Comoros, Mozambique get opening day wins in U17 Qualifiers - Africa Top SportsCOSAFA: Comoros, Mozambique get opening day wins in U17 Qualifiers  Africa Top Sports

Comoros declares week of national mourning after Cyclone Chido - Arab NewsComoros declares week of national mourning after Cyclone Chido  Arab News

The thrilling under-the-radar alternative to Mauritius - The TimesThe thrilling under-the-radar alternative to Mauritius  The Times

Comoros president says media misreported comments about his succession plans - RFIComoros president says media misreported comments about his succession plans  RFI

Stakeholder Consultation on Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation Options for Seaport Infrastructure in Comoros - Global Center on AdaptationStakeholder Consultation on Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation Options for Seaport Infrastructure in Comoros  Global Center on Adaptation

Tanzania and Comoros collaborate on ICT development - Digital Watch ObservatoryTanzania and Comoros collaborate on ICT development  Digital Watch Observatory

Mohamed Salah helps Egypt to victory; Tunisia stunned by Comoros - Times of IndiaMohamed Salah helps Egypt to victory; Tunisia stunned by Comoros  Times of India

Islamic coalition launches training program in Comoros - Arab NewsIslamic coalition launches training program in Comoros  Arab News

STAT SANOI data platform: revolutionizing food security and nutrition monitoring in the Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles | ?????? ????? ???????? ????????? | ????? ??????? ???????? ????? ??????? - Food and Agriculture OrganizationSTAT SANOI data platform: revolutionizing food security and nutrition monitoring in the Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles | ?????? ????? ???????? ????????? | ????? ??????? ???????? ????? ???????  Food and Agriculture Organization

UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Comoros on Independence Day - mofa.gov.aeUAE President, VPs congratulate President of Comoros on Independence Day  mofa.gov.ae

Comoros - General DebateComoros  General Debate

2026 World Cup qualifiers - Mali vs Comoros: date, kick-off time, TV channels and head-to-head history! - Yahoo Sports2026 World Cup qualifiers - Mali vs Comoros: date, kick-off time, TV channels and head-to-head history!  Yahoo Sports

IMF: Comoros faces challenges to grow - Agência de Notícias Brasil-ÁrabeIMF: Comoros faces challenges to grow  Agência de Notícias Brasil-Árabe

Comoros holds a parliamentary election boycotted by some opposition parties - AP NewsComoros holds a parliamentary election boycotted by some opposition parties  AP News