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Population
The Comoros has about 900,000 inhabitants (as of 2024). The population is young, and most people live on the three main islands: Grande Comore, Mohéli, and Anjouan.
Capital
The capital of the Comoros is Moroni, located on Grande Comore Island. Moroni is the economic, political, and cultural center of the country.
Economic Power
The economy of the Comoros is underdeveloped and primarily based on agriculture, fishing, and remittances from Comorians living abroad. The main exports are vanilla, ylang-ylang, and cloves. The GDP per capita is about USD 1,500 (as of 2023). The country struggles with high unemployment, poverty, and weak infrastructure.
Culture
The culture of the Comoros is a blend of African, Arab, and French influences. Society is strongly influenced by Islam, the predominant religion on the islands. Traditional music, dance, and festivals are important cultural elements. The Comoros is also known for its vibrant wedding ceremonies, which often last several days.
Currency
The official currency of the Comoros is the Comorian franc (KMF).
Health Insurance and Social Security System
The Comoros has a rudimentary social security system that covers pensions, health, and work accident insurance, but it only reaches a small part of the population. Access to healthcare is limited, and state healthcare services are often inadequate, so many people rely on private providers.
Costs for Employers
Employers in the Comoros must contribute about 12% of gross wages to social security, which covers basic insurance like pensions and work accidents. Additional employer costs may arise from voluntary benefits like transportation or meal allowances.
Salaries and Bonuses
Salaries in the Comoros vary greatly, especially between the public and private sectors. There is no nationwide legal minimum wage, and bonuses are often performance-based and negotiated individually.
Payroll
Payroll in the Comoros includes the basic salary, possible allowances and bonuses, and statutory deductions for taxes and social security contributions.
Public Holidays
The Comoros has several public holidays, including:
- New Year’s Day (January 1)
- Labor Day (May 1)
- Independence Day (July 6)
- Eid al-Fitr (end of Ramadan)
- Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)
- Maulid an-Nabi (Prophet Muhammad’s birthday).
Working Hours
The regular working hours in the Comoros are generally 40 hours per week, spread over five working days. In many companies, people work from Monday to Friday, with Saturday often being a half or full workday.
Vacation
Employees in the Comoros are entitled to at least 25 days of paid annual leave. This entitlement may increase with length of service or through special contractual agreements.
Incapacity for Work
In the event of illness, employees are entitled to sick leave. The duration and payment depend on individual contract conditions and the limited social security benefits.
Termination/Severance Pay
Notice periods and severance pay regulations in the Comoros depend on the length of employment and contractual terms.