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Overview

A French overseas department in the Comoros archipelago, one of the EU's outermost regions, surrounded by one of the world's largest enclosed lagoons.

Geographic Context

Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
374 km²
Capital
Mamoudzou
Languages
French
Currencies
Euro (€)

At a Glance

Median Age
16.8 yrs

Society & Governance

Health
WHO Health Indicators
Median Age 16.8
Population
Demographics & Census
Education
Enrollment & Literacy
Society
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Civil Liberties
Press & Political Freedom
Government
Governance & Rule of Law

International

Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Environment
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025