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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History of Comoros | Events, People, Dates, & Facts - BritannicaHistory of Comoros | Events, People, Dates, & Facts  Britannica

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

UNFSS+4: Comoros President, Saudi, Brazilian, and Congolese Ministers Arrive in Addis - fanamc.comUNFSS+4: Comoros President, Saudi, Brazilian, and Congolese Ministers Arrive in Addis  fanamc.com

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

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

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

Comoros 1-0 Zambia (6 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaComoros 1-0 Zambia (6 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Coalition hosts anti-terror finance training in Comoros - Arab NewsCoalition hosts anti-terror finance training in Comoros  Arab News

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

Comoros - InventaComoros  Inventa

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

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

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

Protecting biodiversity in Comoros - UNDPProtecting biodiversity in Comoros  UNDP

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

- Cyprus Shipping News - Cyprus Shipping News- Cyprus Shipping News  Cyprus Shipping News

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

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

Kosovo 4-2 Comoros (9 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaKosovo 4-2 Comoros (9 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

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

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

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

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

Ethiopian PM receives Comoros president - Prensa Latina - Latin American News AgencyEthiopian PM receives Comoros president  Prensa Latina - Latin American News Agency

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

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

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 faces water shortages – here’s how the small island state is adapting - PreventionWeb.netComoros faces water shortages – here’s how the small island state is adapting  PreventionWeb.net

ALECSO participates in High-Level International Conference in Comoros on “Transforming Education” - ??????? ??????? ??????? ? ??????? ? ??????ALECSO participates in High-Level International Conference in Comoros on “Transforming Education”  ??????? ??????? ??????? ? ??????? ? ??????

Comoros - General DebateComoros  General Debate

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

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

Mozambique and Comoros placed first on Henley Openness Index - Club of MozambiqueMozambique and Comoros placed first on Henley Openness Index  Club of Mozambique

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

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

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

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

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

Comoros President praises Ethiopia’s economic progress and Ethiopian Airlines’ role in regional connectivity - fanamc.comComoros President praises Ethiopia’s economic progress and Ethiopian Airlines’ role in regional connectivity  fanamc.com

FAR detachment takes part in Comoros’ 50th Independence Day celebration - The North Africa PostFAR detachment takes part in Comoros’ 50th Independence Day celebration  The North Africa Post

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

Coastal diagnosis and coastal protection projects in the Comoros - Egis GroupCoastal diagnosis and coastal protection projects in the Comoros  Egis Group

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

COFINCO – Comores Finance Consulting - AfrobarometerCOFINCO – Comores Finance Consulting  Afrobarometer

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

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

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

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

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)

Shipwreck off Comoros Islands leaves at least 25 dead: IOM - FirstpostShipwreck off Comoros Islands leaves at least 25 dead: IOM  Firstpost

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ambrey: Comoros-flagged ship attacked in Red Sea near Yemen - Caliber.AzAmbrey: Comoros-flagged ship attacked in Red Sea near Yemen  Caliber.Az

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

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

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  ????? ???????? ????????

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

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

Pakistan Navy Ship MOAWIN conducts maiden visit to Comoros - Military AfricaPakistan Navy Ship MOAWIN conducts maiden visit to Comoros  Military Africa

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

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

Shadow fleet dealings land flag state Comoros in sin bin - Tradewinds NewsShadow fleet dealings land flag state Comoros in sin bin  Tradewinds News

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

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

PM Abiy Holds Bilateral Talks with President of Comoros - ENA EnglishPM Abiy Holds Bilateral Talks with President of Comoros  ENA English

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

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

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

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

Homemade Comorian Fast Food at Marseille’s Cha’houla - - Culinary BackstreetsHomemade Comorian Fast Food at Marseille’s Cha’houla -  Culinary Backstreets

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

Comoros islands Royal links and presidential ties helped Terminals Holding win Moroni airport deal - Africa IntelligenceComoros islands Royal links and presidential ties helped Terminals Holding win Moroni airport deal  Africa Intelligence

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

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

World Bank Group Appoints New Division Director for Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros and Seychelles - India Education DiaryWorld Bank Group Appoints New Division Director for Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Comoros and Seychelles  India Education Diary

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

Teenager Ali Aboubacar earns first Comoros call-up for World Cup qualifiers - cafonline.comTeenager Ali Aboubacar earns first Comoros call-up for World Cup qualifiers  cafonline.com

ITFC inks $45m energy deal with Comoros - Arab NewsITFC inks $45m energy deal with Comoros  Arab News

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

Islamic coalition concludes imam training in Comoros - Arab NewsIslamic coalition concludes imam training in Comoros  Arab News