Comoros

Only 33.15% of the population lives in urban areas, which is relatively low for a small island developing state where land constraints often lead to high population density in coastal cities. This suggests a predominantly rural or dispersed settlement pattern, presenting logistical challenges for infrastructure and service delivery.

A notable achievement is the high rate of access to electricity (89.8%), which is significantly better than many other low-income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. This infrastructure success suggests effective utility distribution or targeted investment, crucial for future economic development and quality of life.

Comoros faces a serious public health challenge with an infant mortality rate of 35.7 per 1,000 live births. While lower than the highest rates in Africa, this figure is indicative of deficiencies in maternal health care, sanitation, and access to pediatric services, directly impacting life expectancy (66.78 years).

With a fertility rate of 3.88 children per woman, Comoros maintains a significantly high rate compared to the global average (approx. 2.4). This high birth rate places substantial pressure on the small land area (1,862 sq km) and limited economic resources, demanding rapid expansion of health and education services.