The Union of the Comoros is an archipelago nation located in the Indian Ocean, positioned between the eastern coast of Africa and the northern tip of Madagascar. Comprising three major islands—Grande Comore (Ngazidja), Mohéli (Mwali), and Anjouan (Nzwani)—as well as several smaller islets, the country is known for its rich cultural diversity, blending African, Arab, and French influences, a legacy of its complex history of colonization, trade, and migration.

Comoros' capital and largest city, Moroni, is situated on Grande Comore, the largest of the islands. The country’s population, estimated at just under a million people, is predominantly Sunni Muslim, which plays a central role in the social and cultural life of the Comorians. The official languages are Comorian (Shikomori), Arabic, and French, refle... Read More