Comoros - Country Details

Basic Information

Capital

Moroni

Region

Africa / Eastern Africa

Population

850,886

Area

1,861 km²

Currencies

Comorian franc (Fr)

Languages

Arabic, French, Comorian

About country

The Comoros is an archipelagic nation situated in the Indian Ocean, between Mozambique and Madagascar. It gained independence from France in 1975, becoming the only Arab League member entirely within the Southern Hemisphere. The country's economy heavily relies on agriculture, particularly vanilla, cloves, and ylang-ylang. Its volcanic islands boast a diverse landscape, ranging from beaches to lush forests. The Comoros faces challenges related to political instability and economic development.