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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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

Axian Telecom plans to invest USD 82 mln in Madagascar, Tanzania and Comoros by 2030 - TelecompaperAxian Telecom plans to invest USD 82 mln in Madagascar, Tanzania and Comoros by 2030  Telecompaper

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

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

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

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

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

Launch of the ReSea Project in Comoros: Empowering coastal communities for climate resilience - IUCNLaunch of the ReSea Project in Comoros: Empowering coastal communities for climate resilience  IUCN

Protecting biodiversity in Comoros - United Nations Development ProgrammeProtecting biodiversity in Comoros  United Nations Development Programme

Comoros: EUR40-million ITFC trade finance agreement signed, supporting energy security - African Mining OnlineComoros: EUR40-million ITFC trade finance agreement signed, supporting energy security  African Mining Online

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

Kuwait faces Comoros in Arab Cup playoffs as road to Qatar begins - Arab Times KuwaitKuwait faces Comoros in Arab Cup playoffs as road to Qatar begins  Arab Times Kuwait

The Union of the Comoros: Third Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and Request for Modifications of Performance Criteria and Waivers of Nonobservance of Performance Criteria -Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executi - International Monetary FundThe Union of the Comoros: Third Review under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and Request for Modifications of Performance Criteria and Waivers of Nonobservance of Performance Criteria -Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executi  International Monetary Fund

Comoros president performs Umrah - Arab NewsComoros president performs Umrah  Arab News

Comoros - General DebateComoros  General Debate

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

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

Comoros and Timor-Leste submit WTO accession instruments, accept Fisheries Subsidies Agreement - World Trade OrganizationComoros and Timor-Leste submit WTO accession instruments, accept Fisheries Subsidies Agreement  World Trade Organization

Waves of Inspiration, A Comoros Childhood and Its Ocean Legacy - IUCNWaves of Inspiration, A Comoros Childhood and Its Ocean Legacy  IUCN

Protecting biodiversity in Comoros: a vital priority for the country, Africa, and the world - United Nations Development ProgrammeProtecting biodiversity in Comoros: a vital priority for the country, Africa, and the world  United Nations Development Programme

Comoros president performs Umrah - Arab NewsComoros president performs Umrah  Arab News

Comoros Joins AFC as 44th Member, Paving the Way for Infrastructure Growth - TechAfrica NewsComoros Joins AFC as 44th Member, Paving the Way for Infrastructure Growth  TechAfrica News

India, ISA sign agreement for solar projects in four Indo-Pacific countries - Business StandardIndia, ISA sign agreement for solar projects in four Indo-Pacific countries  Business Standard

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

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

AFCON 2025 Draw: Morocco to start Africa Cup of Nations as host in a group with Mali, Zambia and Comoros - SportstarAFCON 2025 Draw: Morocco to start Africa Cup of Nations as host in a group with Mali, Zambia and Comoros  Sportstar

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

Madagascar 2-1 Comoros (7 Jun, 2024) Final Score - ESPN IndiaMadagascar 2-1 Comoros (7 Jun, 2024) Final Score  ESPN India

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

Clock ticking for Comoros ahead of 2027 Indian Ocean Island Games - RFIClock ticking for Comoros ahead of 2027 Indian Ocean Island Games  RFI

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

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

WTO | 2024 News items - DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Assoumani of Comoros to the WTO - World Trade OrganizationWTO | 2024 News items - DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Assoumani of Comoros to the WTO  World Trade Organization

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

AFCON Qualifiers: Salah helps Egypt beat Mauritania, Tunisia stunned by Comoros - SportstarAFCON Qualifiers: Salah helps Egypt beat Mauritania, Tunisia stunned by Comoros  Sportstar

Comoros goes to the polls amid opposition boycott, transparency concerns - FirstpostComoros goes to the polls amid opposition boycott, transparency concerns  Firstpost

Comoros - MSFComoros  MSF

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

Teenager Ali Aboubacar earns first Comoros call-up for World Cup qualifiers - Confédération Africaine de FootballTeenager Ali Aboubacar earns first Comoros call-up for World Cup qualifiers  Confédération Africaine de Football

Our emergency response to cholera in Comoros - MSFOur emergency response to cholera in Comoros  MSF

Comoros to implement digital govt program with $10M AfDB grant - Biometric UpdateComoros to implement digital govt program with $10M AfDB grant  Biometric Update

Jailed Comoros opposition leader on hunger strike - The New ArabJailed Comoros opposition leader on hunger strike  The New Arab

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

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

Comoros Set To Get AfDB Grant For Geothermal Project - ConstructAfricaComoros Set To Get AfDB Grant For Geothermal Project  ConstructAfrica

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

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

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

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

2024 News items - Aid for Trade session addresses Comoros’ and Timor-Leste’s post-accession strategies - World Trade Organization2024 News items - Aid for Trade session addresses Comoros’ and Timor-Leste’s post-accession strategies  World Trade Organization

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

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Broadens its Regional Footprint with Comoros Membership - Africa.comAfrica Finance Corporation (AFC) Broadens its Regional Footprint with Comoros Membership  Africa.com

Comoros becomes 165th member of WTO - The New ArabComoros becomes 165th member of WTO  The New Arab

African Development Fund grants the Union of the Comoros $135 million to develop its ports and facilitate regional trade - African Development Bank GroupAfrican Development Fund grants the Union of the Comoros $135 million to develop its ports and facilitate regional trade  African Development Bank Group

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

Chad rely on home-based players for Ghana, Comoros World Cup qualifiers - Confédération Africaine de FootballChad rely on home-based players for Ghana, Comoros World Cup qualifiers  Confédération Africaine de Football

Comoros to hold parliamentary elections on Jan. 12 - ReutersComoros to hold parliamentary elections on Jan. 12  Reuters

France accuses Comoros of 'clandestine plot' to occupy cyclone-hit Mayotte using migrants - AfricanewsFrance accuses Comoros of 'clandestine plot' to occupy cyclone-hit Mayotte using migrants  Africanews

Exploring traditional cosmetic flora from Comoros islands: An ethnobotanical survey in Mayotte - ScienceDirect.comExploring traditional cosmetic flora from Comoros islands: An ethnobotanical survey in Mayotte  ScienceDirect.com

Morocco to start AFCON as host in a group with Mali, Zambia and Comoros - France 24Morocco to start AFCON as host in a group with Mali, Zambia and Comoros  France 24

Back to School - with Sports - in the Comoros - AFD - Agence Française de DéveloppementBack to School - with Sports - in the Comoros  AFD - Agence Française de Développement

Voters in Comoros head to polls to elect 33-seat parliament - ThePrintVoters in Comoros head to polls to elect 33-seat parliament  ThePrint

Comoros president arrives in Madinah - Arab NewsComoros president arrives in Madinah  Arab News

Comoros 2024 IFRC network country plan (MAAKM002) - ReliefWebComoros 2024 IFRC network country plan (MAAKM002)  ReliefWeb

Comoros ruling party wins 28 out of 33 seats in a parliamentary election - AP NewsComoros ruling party wins 28 out of 33 seats in a parliamentary election  AP News

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

Comoros president wounded in a knife attack, the president's office says - France 24Comoros president wounded in a knife attack, the president's office says  France 24

Indian Ocean islands of Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte are bracing for Cyclone Chido - AfricanewsIndian Ocean islands of Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte are bracing for Cyclone Chido  Africanews

Doumbia double helps Mali stun Comoros to revive World Cup hopes - Confédération Africaine de FootballDoumbia double helps Mali stun Comoros to revive World Cup hopes  Confédération Africaine de Football

Comoros President Leaves Jeddah - ????? ??????? ????????Comoros President Leaves Jeddah  ????? ??????? ????????

Comoros president arrives in Madinah - Arab NewsComoros president arrives in Madinah  Arab News

Comoros President Performs Umrah Rituals - ????? ??????? ????????Comoros President Performs Umrah Rituals  ????? ??????? ????????

Central Bank of Comoros: Commencement of activities for the implementation of PAPSS in Comoros - African Export-Import BankCentral Bank of Comoros: Commencement of activities for the implementation of PAPSS in Comoros  African Export-Import Bank

Southwest Indian Ocean | Tropical Cyclone Chido Emergency Appeal: MDRS1005 - ReliefWebSouthwest Indian Ocean | Tropical Cyclone Chido Emergency Appeal: MDRS1005  ReliefWeb

Comoros flagged vessel that capsized off Oman coast has 13 Indians - CNBC TV18Comoros flagged vessel that capsized off Oman coast has 13 Indians  CNBC TV18

The president of Comoros is ‘slightly injured’ in a knife attack - AfricanewsThe president of Comoros is ‘slightly injured’ in a knife attack  Africanews

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

Comoros: African Development Bank approves nearly $6 million to improve financial governance and public electricity supply - African Development Bank GroupComoros: African Development Bank approves nearly $6 million to improve financial governance and public electricity supply  African Development Bank Group

Comoros President Azali Assoumani injured in knife attack - BBCComoros President Azali Assoumani injured in knife attack  BBC

African 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Rwanda, Sudan, and Comoros steal the show - SportstarAfrican 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Rwanda, Sudan, and Comoros steal the show  Sportstar

Comoros president slightly injured in knife attack, spokesperson says - ReutersComoros president slightly injured in knife attack, spokesperson says  Reuters

Cyclone Chido leaves heavy casualties & severe damage in Mayotte, hits Comoros & Mozambique - The North Africa PostCyclone Chido leaves heavy casualties & severe damage in Mayotte, hits Comoros & Mozambique  The North Africa Post

Comoros' Royal Air to resume ops with chartered E120 - ch-aviationComoros' Royal Air to resume ops with chartered E120  ch-aviation

Comoros president 'out of danger' after knife attack, minister says - ReutersComoros president 'out of danger' after knife attack, minister says  Reuters

Japan-Comoros Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Comoros Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Comoros President Assoumani gives son government job - ReutersComoros President Assoumani gives son government job  Reuters

Comoros 2023 IFRC network annual report, Jan-Dec (6 September 2024) - ReliefWebComoros 2023 IFRC network annual report, Jan-Dec (6 September 2024)  ReliefWeb

Foreign Minister of Comoros Addresses Summit of the Future - UN MediaForeign Minister of Comoros Addresses Summit of the Future  UN Media

Comoros to hold parliamentary elections on Jan. 12 - Arab NewsComoros to hold parliamentary elections on Jan. 12  Arab News

Hosts Morocco to face Comoros in TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 opening match - Confédération Africaine de FootballHosts Morocco to face Comoros in TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 opening match  Confédération Africaine de Football

Comoros knife attack: Man who targeted President Azali Assoumani dies in cell - BBCComoros knife attack: Man who targeted President Azali Assoumani dies in cell  BBC

Cyclone Chido Hits Mayotte, Impacts Madagascar and Comoros - News Central TVCyclone Chido Hits Mayotte, Impacts Madagascar and Comoros  News Central TV

President of Comoros 'slightly injured' in knife attack - Le Monde.frPresident of Comoros 'slightly injured' in knife attack  Le Monde.fr

US$135mn for Comoros port development - African ReviewUS$135mn for Comoros port development  African Review