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{{Infobox Mbamigi}}
:{{about|the sovereign state|the archipelago|Mbamigi Archipelago|other uses|Mbamigi (disambiguation)}}
{{Infobox country
|conventional_long_name = Republic of the Mbamigi Islands
|native_name =        ''Zaigali Mbamigi Naegumbu''
|common_name =        Mbamigi
|image_flag =        Mbamigi flag.png
|alt_flag =          <!--alt text for flag (text shown when pointer hovers over flag)-->
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|alt_flag2 =          <!--alt text for second flag-->
|image_coat =        Mbamigi_crest.png
|alt_coat =          <!--alt text for coat of arms-->
|symbol_type =        Seal
|national_motto =    "Welcome to Paradise"
|national_anthem =    ''?uu, B̃amigi za!''
|royal_anthem =      <!--in italics (double quotemarks) and wikilinked if link exists-->
|other_symbol_type =  <!--Use if a further symbol exists, e.g. hymn-->
|other_symbol =
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|map_caption =        Map of Mbamigi
|image_map2 =        Mbamigi_locator.png
|alt_map2 =          <!--alt text for second map-->
|map_caption2 =      Location of Mbamigi in Sahar
|capital =            [[Ndoone 'Age]]
|latd= | latm= | latNS= |longd= |longm= |longEW= <!--capital's latitude and longitude in degrees/minutes/direction-->
|largest_city =      capital
|largest_settlement_type = largest city
|largest_settlement = <!--Name of largest settlement-->
|official_languages = [[Mbamigi language|Mbamigi]]
|national_languages = <!--Country/territory-wide languages recognised but not necessarily in country/territory-wide law, etc-->
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|ethnic_groups = 88.5% [[Barmeki people|Barmeki]]<br>10.5% [[Dhwer|Dhwerian]]<br>0.4% Nonhuman<br>0.6% other
|ethnic_groups_year = 2012
|demonym =            Mbamigian
|government_type =    [[Wikipedia:Federation|Federal Republic]]
|leader_title1 =      [[President of Mbamigi|President]]
|leader_name1 =      [[Iozu Ngelembe]]
|leader_title2 =      <!--(could be "Vice President", otherwise "Prime Minster", etc, etc)-->
|leader_name2 =
<!--......-->
|leader_title6 =      <!--(up to six distinct leaders may be included)-->
|leader_name6 =
|legislature =        &nbsp; <!-- Parliament? -->
|upper_house =        The House
|lower_house =        The Chamber
|sovereignty_type =  Independence from the [[United Kingdom of Dhwer and Penkrot]]
|sovereignty_note =
|established_event1 = [[War of Mbamigian Independence]]
|established_date1 =  1922
|established_event2 = <!--Second key event-->
|established_date2 =  <!--Date of second key event-->
|area_rank =
|area_magnitude =
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|area_km2 =          <!--Major area size (in square km)-->
|area_sq_mi =        <!--Area in square mi (requires area_km2)-->
|area_footnote =      <!--Optional footnote for area-->
|percent_water =
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|population_estimate =  881,062
|population_estimate_rank =
|population_estimate_year = 2014
|population_census = 880,192
|population_census_year = 2012
|population_density_km2 = 23.47
|population_density_sq_mi = 60.8
|population_density_rank =
|GDP_PPP = $922.4 billion                  <!--(Gross Domestic Product from Purchasing Power Parity)-->
|GDP_PPP_rank =
|GDP_PPP_year = 2014
|GDP_PPP_per_capita = $1,046,918.38
|GDP_PPP_per_capita_rank = 1
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|GDP_nominal_rank =
|GDP_nominal_year = 2014
|GDP_nominal_per_capita = $1,120,465.98
|GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank =
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|HDI_rank =
|HDI_year =
|currency =          [[Nduu'e]]
|currency_code =      MIN
|time_zone =          [[Central Boroso Time]]
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}}


:''{{About|the country||Mbamigi (disambiguation)}}''
'''Mbamigi''' ({{small|[[Mbamigi language|Mbamigi]]:}} {{cs|MBA|pamigi}} [[Help:IPA for Mbamigi|[ᵐba.mi.gi]]]), officially the '''Republic of the Mbamigi Islands''', is a sovereign state comprising the whole of [[Mbamigi Archipelago]], located in the chain of islands between [[Nagu]] and [[Boroso]]. While geographically is part of Nagu, Mbamigi is politically and historically part of Boroso.
 
'''Mbamigi''' ({{IPAc-en|lang|pron|m|b|m|i|.|g|i|}} {{mbamigi|B̃amigi |PŸX}} {{IPA-mba|ᵐba.mi.gi}}, officially the '''Republic of the Mbamigi Islands''', is a country located in a chain of islands between the southeastern coast of [[Nagu]] and the northern coast of [[Boroso]]. Though geologically part of Nagu, Mbamigi is politically and historically part of Boroso. <!--Briefly present the country in terms of history, language, politics, something the country is well-known for. -->


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
There is much debate over the origin of the name ''B~amigi''. In folk etymology, it is thought to be a compound of ''b~a'', "man" and ''?igi'', "island". Since the term is a cognate with ''Vaamek'' and ''Barmeki'' which are continental groups, this is most likely false.
There is much debate over the origin of the name ''Mbamigi''. In folk etymology, it is thought to be a compound of ''mba'', "man" and '''igi'', "island". Since the term is a cognate with ''Vaamek'' and ''Barmeki'' which are continental groups, this is most likely false.


[[Mbamigi language|Mod.Mba.]] ''B̃amigi'' < O.Mba. ''Bamiki'' < [[Dulic languages|Dulic]] ''Baameki'', ''Barmeki''. Possibly from Proto-Dulic ''*bawr-meek-i'', "people of the lake", referring to [[Lake Qëërles]] the eastern shore of which is considered the Barmeki homeland.
[[Mbamigi language|Mod.Mba.]] ''Mbamigi'' < O.Mba. ''Bamiki'' < [[Dulic languages|Dulic]] ''Baameki'', ''Barmeki''. Possibly from Proto-Dulic ''*bawr-meek-i'', "people of the lake", referring to [[Lake Qëërles]] the eastern shore of which is considered the Barmeki homeland.


==History==
==History==
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On March 3, 1922, the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands was declared.
On March 3, 1922, the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands was declared.


The first [[President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands]] was [[Zenli B~olazuau]].
The first [[President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands]] was [[Zenli Mbolazuau]].
 
==Geography==
==Geography==


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===Climate===
===Climate===
Being at 15°N of the equator The Mbamigi Islands have a tropical climate.
Being at 15°N of the equator the Mbamigi Islands have a tropical climate.
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The Republic of the Mbamigi Islands is a constitutional republic.
The Republic of the Mbamigi Islands is a constitutional republic.


The current [[President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands]] is [[Iozu Ngelembe]].
The current [[President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands]] is [[Iozu Ngelembe]] ({{mba|IOß wîp}}).


===Administrative divisions===
===Administrative divisions===
{{main|Provinces of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands}}
[[File:Mbamigi Provinces.png|400px|thumb|right|Map of the Provinces of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands]]
The Mbamigi islands are divided into five provinces and one federal district.


===Foreign relations===
===Foreign relations===
[[File:Mbamigi_pass.png|200px|thumb|left|Mbamigian passport]]
Mbamigi has mostly good relations with other countries. A center of banking, technology and tourism means the economy is highly reliant of export and tourists.


===Military===
===Military===
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Tourism became a major part of the Mbamigian economy when resorts were first established on 'Age and Mbamigi Islands. The forst resort, [[Nngebui Bay]] was established in 1762 as a playground for Dhwerian nobles. By the time of Mbamigian independence in 1922, tourism accounted for 52% of the archipelago's economy.
Tourism became a major part of the Mbamigian economy when resorts were first established on 'Age and Mbamigi Islands. The forst resort, [[Nngebui Bay]] was established in 1762 as a playground for Dhwerian nobles. By the time of Mbamigian independence in 1922, tourism accounted for 52% of the archipelago's economy.
===Banking===
===Fishing===


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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===Urbanisation===
===Urbanisation===
The two main urban centers in Mbamigi are its capital and largest city [[Ndoone 'Age]] on [['Age Island]] and [[Goguzemembel]], the country's second largest city and technological center located on [[Mbamigi Island]].
About 80% of the nation's population live between these two urban centers.


===Language===
===Language===
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===Religion===
===Religion===
The most common religion in the Mbamigi Islands is Baameki paganism (Mbamegumi), though the majority of people in Mbamigi are irreligious. Other common religions are [[Kuyanism]] and [[Iovism]].


==Culture==
==Culture==
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===Cuisine===
===Cuisine===
The Mbamigian diet traditionally includes an abundance of seafood.


===Sport===
===Sport===


Beach volleyball ({{lang-mba|ebud̃ag̃aia}}) is a major sport in the Mbamigi Islands.
Beach volleyball ({{mbamigi|ebundanggaia|EüTKIA}}) is a major sport in the Mbamigi Islands.


The Sahar Beach Volleyball Association ({{lang-mba|B̃egu Ebud̃ag̃aia en Za'ang zaa}} or BEZ) is headquartered in Ndoone 'Age.
The Sahar Beach Volleyball Association ({{mbamigi|Mbegu Ebundanggaia Za'ang|pþ EüTKIA ZHã}} or BEZ) is headquartered in Ndoone 'Age.


===Symbols===
===Symbols===
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[[Category:Mbamigi]]
[[Category:Boroso]]

Latest revision as of 23:15, 19 June 2021

Republic of the Mbamigi Islands
Zaigali Mbamigi Naegumbu
Flag Seal
Motto: "Welcome to Paradise"
Anthem: ?uu, B̃amigi za!
Map of Mbamigi
Location of Mbamigi in Sahar
Capital
and largest city
Ndoone 'Age
Official languages Mbamigi
Ethnic groups (2012) 88.5% Barmeki
10.5% Dhwerian
0.4% Nonhuman
0.6% other
Demonym Mbamigian
Government Federal Republic
 -  President Iozu Ngelembe
Legislature  
 -  Upper house The House
 -  Lower house The Chamber
Independence from the United Kingdom of Dhwer and Penkrot
 -  War of Mbamigian Independence 1922 
Population
 -  2014 estimate 881,062
 -  2012 census 880,192
 -  Density 23.47/km2
60.8/sq mi
GDP (PPP) 2014 estimate
 -  Total $922.4 billion
 -  Per capita $1,046,918.38 (1)
GDP (nominal) 2014 estimate
 -  Total $987.2 billion
 -  Per capita $1,120,465.98
Gini25
low
Currency Nduu'e (MIN)
Time zone Central Boroso Time (SCT-3)
Calling code +10
Internet TLD .mb

Mbamigi (Mbamigi: pamigi [ᵐba.mi.gi]), officially the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands, is a sovereign state comprising the whole of Mbamigi Archipelago, located in the chain of islands between Nagu and Boroso. While geographically is part of Nagu, Mbamigi is politically and historically part of Boroso.

Etymology

There is much debate over the origin of the name Mbamigi. In folk etymology, it is thought to be a compound of mba, "man" and 'igi, "island". Since the term is a cognate with Vaamek and Barmeki which are continental groups, this is most likely false.

Mod.Mba. Mbamigi < O.Mba. Bamiki < Dulic Baameki, Barmeki. Possibly from Proto-Dulic *bawr-meek-i, "people of the lake", referring to Lake Qëërles the eastern shore of which is considered the Barmeki homeland.

History

For history before independence in 1922, please see History of the Mbamigi Islands.

From ~1100 to 1922, The Mbamigi Islands were a prefecture of the Great Dhwerian Empire and subsequently, the Triple Kingdom of Dhwer, Penkrot and Bamek.

Beginning in 1919, with support from the Kingdom of Vaamekia, Mbamigi began a campaign of non-violent resistance to the Dhwerian government, and after a drawn out blockade of Dhwerian shipping, the Mbamigi Islands were granted independence by Queen Weyelb-Dhank IV of Dhwer.

On March 3, 1922, the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands was declared.

The first President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands was Zenli Mbolazuau.

Geography

The Republic of the Mbamigi Islands is made up of all of the islands in the Mbamigi Archipelago. The archipelago is made up of 37 islands as well as numerous reefs and atolls. These include 12 major islands and 25 minor islands. The islands are arranged into five provinces as part of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands.

Geology

Climate

Being at 15°N of the equator the Mbamigi Islands have a tropical climate.

Climate data for Mbamigi (1950-2015)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average high °C (°F) 16
(61)
17
(63)
20
(68)
23
(73)
27
(81)
30
(86)
33
(91)
31
(88)
28
(82)
27
(81)
24
(75)
19
(66)
24.6
(76.3)
Average low °C (°F) 13
(55)
14
(57)
16
(61)
18
(64)
20
(68)
22
(72)
25
(77)
24
(75)
22
(72)
19
(66)
17
(63)
15
(59)
18.8
(65.8)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 220
(8.66)
180
(7.09)
145
(5.71)
95
(3.74)
55
(2.17)
45
(1.77)
30
(1.18)
35
(1.38)
65
(2.56)
90
(3.54)
115
(4.53)
175
(6.89)
1,250
(49.22)
[citation needed]

Biodiversity

Politics

Government

The Republic of the Mbamigi Islands is a constitutional republic.

The current President of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands is Iozu Ngelembe (IOß wîp).

Administrative divisions

Map of the Provinces of the Republic of the Mbamigi Islands

The Mbamigi islands are divided into five provinces and one federal district.

Foreign relations

Mbamigian passport

Mbamigi has mostly good relations with other countries. A center of banking, technology and tourism means the economy is highly reliant of export and tourists.

Military

Economy

The economy of the Mbamigi Islands has historically been based around traditional industries such as fishing, agriculture, and tourism. Since 1995, a substantial period of rapid expansion and growth, known as the Dulic Tiger, has occurred. The phenomenon was caused by both direct foreign investment and rapid expansion of the technology and pharmaceutical sectors caused by the establishment of businesses such as Zage Technology and Nggolo & Zembemi Pharmaceuticals as well as the relocation of foreign firm's headquarters to Mbamigi (feuled by a low corporate tax rate).

The Mbamigian economy expanded at an average rate of 9.4% between 1995 and 2000 and 5.9% the following Decade. The rate of growth had slowed to an average of 4.2% expansion between 2010 and 2015.

Transport

Due to being an archipelago, very few rail lines exist on Mbamigi. The main forms of human transport are ferry and airplane.

MBATRANS is the nation ferry service. It was established in 1937 by the merger and nationalization of 22 existing private ferry services after a financial crisis threatened to bankrupt over half of the ferry services between the islands.

Mbamigi Airlines was established in 1942 by a merger between two private aviation companies. Mbamigi Airlines and MBATRANS jointly operate an air and sea cargo shipping arm, known as Mbamigi National Cargo Company.

Energy

While several nuclear and fossil fuel power plants exist, more than 70% of Mbamigian energy comes from renewable resources. Several smaller islands have solar farms, and between many of the islands, vast off-shore wind farms operate.

There have been concerns on recent years, as some feel that wind farms interfere with natural fish and bird migratory patterns. While the farms have been kept away from traditional fishing waters, many fishermen feel that they block access to certain waters.

Science and technology

Since the establishment of Zage Technology in 1978, the Mbamigi Islands have been a powerhouse of technological inovation. Zage has become one of the biggest consumer and business technology companies on Sahar.

A combination of government incentives, low taxes, and a highly educated workforce has made Mbamigi (especially the area around Goguzembembel, Island of Mbamigi, earning it the nickname "Silicon Island") attractive to foreign tech firms.

Tourism

Tourism became a major part of the Mbamigian economy when resorts were first established on 'Age and Mbamigi Islands. The forst resort, Nngebui Bay was established in 1762 as a playground for Dhwerian nobles. By the time of Mbamigian independence in 1922, tourism accounted for 52% of the archipelago's economy.

Banking

Fishing

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Urbanisation

The two main urban centers in Mbamigi are its capital and largest city Ndoone 'Age on 'Age Island and Goguzemembel, the country's second largest city and technological center located on Mbamigi Island.

About 80% of the nation's population live between these two urban centers.

Language

Education

Healthcare

Religion

The most common religion in the Mbamigi Islands is Baameki paganism (Mbamegumi), though the majority of people in Mbamigi are irreligious. Other common religions are Kuyanism and Iovism.

Culture

Heritage

Architecture

Literature

Art

Music

Theatre

Film

Cuisine

The Mbamigian diet traditionally includes an abundance of seafood.

Sport

Beach volleyball (Mbamigi: [undefined] error: {{lang}}: no text (help) ebundanggaia EüTKIA) is a major sport in the Mbamigi Islands.

The Sahar Beach Volleyball Association (Mbamigi: [undefined] error: {{lang}}: no text (help) Mbegu Ebundanggaia Za'ang pþ EüTKIA ZHã or BEZ) is headquartered in Ndoone 'Age.

Symbols

See also