Mayotte
Official Country Name
Mayotte
Mayotte Overview
Mayotte was ceded to France along with the other islands of the Comoros group in 1843. It was the only island in the archipelago that voted in 1974 to retain its link with France and forego independence.
Mayotte Economy
Economic activity is based primarily on the agricultural sector, including fishing and livestock raising. Mayotte is not self-sufficient and must import a large portion of its food requirements, mainly from France. The economy and future development of the island are heavily dependent on French financial assistance, an important supplement to GDP. Mayotte's remote location is an obstacle to the development of tourism.
Mayotte Location
Mayotte is located in Southern Africa, island in the Mozambique Channel, about one-half of the way from northern Madagascar to northern Mozambique
Region
Mayotte is located in Africa
Mayotte Population
Mayotte has population of 201,234 (July 2006 est.)
Mayotte Climate
Mayotte has tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November)
Mayotte Terrain
generally undulating, with deep ravines and ancient volcanic peaks
Mayotte Natural Resources
NEGL
Ethnic Groups in Mayotte
Mayotte has the following ethnic groups - N/A
Mayotte Religions
Muslim 97%, Christian (mostly Roman Catholic) 3%
Mayotte Languages
Mahorian (a Swahili dialect), French (official language) spoken by 35% of the population
Mayotte Capital
Mayotte capital is Mamoudzou
Mayotte Currency
Mayotte currency is euro
Map of Mayotte
