General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Moroni |
| Country | Comoros |
| Currency | Comorian franc |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $1.316 billion |
| Size | 2,235 km² |
| Population | 850,886 |
| Population density | 381/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.72 |
| City population | 39.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 24∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Arabic, French |
| Population able to read | 81.7% |
| Population with a college degree | 4.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 3.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 65 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Int’l des Comores |
| Main airport | Prince Said Ibrahim Intl. |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $30/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 1.6/MBits |
| Tld | .km |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 50% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type E |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | None |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie de l’Union |
| Drugstore | None |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | N/A |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 2/10 |
| Bars | 3/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 4/10 |
| Public Parks | 5/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mkatra | A coconut rice dish with meat or fish | 5-10 |
| M’tsolola | A cassava and coconut dish | 3-5 |
| M’tsogho | A grilled fish dish | 7-12 |
| M’tsakou | A coconut and banana dish | 4-6 |
| M’tsanga | A grilled chicken dish | 6-10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| M’sindzano | A traditional Comorian drink made from coconut milk and rice | 1-2 |
| M’djoboro | A refreshing drink made from tamarind juice | 1-2 |
| M’tsolo | A sweet drink made from fermented sugarcane juice | 1-2 |
| M’tsangamouji | A traditional Comorian drink made from coconut milk and cassava | 1-2 |
| M’tsakoudjou | A traditional Comorian drink made from coconut milk and banana | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Comorian perfume | A fragrant blend of local flowers and spices | $10-$20 |
| Comorian jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from silver, gold, and other metals | $20-$100 |
| Comorian pottery | Hand-painted pottery with traditional designs | $10-$50 |
| Comorian textiles | Hand-woven textiles with vibrant colors and patterns | $20-$100 |
| Comorian spices | A variety of spices, including cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg | $5-$10 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | The first day of the year |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | The end of the Muslim fasting month |
| Independence Day | July 6 | The anniversary of the country’s independence from France in 1975 |
| Eid al-Adha | 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah | The Muslim festival of sacrifice |
| Islamic New Year | 1st day of Muharram | The first day of the Islamic calendar |
| Prophet’s Birthday | 12th day of Rabi al-Awwal | The birthday of the Prophet Muhammad |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | The birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Al-Watwan |
| Online news | Comoros News |
| Tv | ORTC |
| Radio | Radio Comoros |