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Revision as of 22:17, 14 April 2016
Republic of the Mbamigi Islands Zaigali Mbamigi Naegumbu |
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Motto: "Welcome to Paradise" | ||||||
Anthem: ?uu, B̃amigi za! | ||||||
Map of the Mbamigi Islands
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Location of Mbamigi within Sahar
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Capital and | Ndoone 'Age | |||||
Official languages | Mbamigi language | |||||
Ethnic groups (2012) | ||||||
Demonym | Mbamigian | |||||
Government | Federal Republic | |||||
- | President | Iozu Ngelembe | ||||
- | 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 |
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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 | ||||
Gini | 25 low |
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Currency | Nduu'e (MIN) | |||||
Time zone | Central Boroso Time (SCT-3) | |||||
Calling code | +10 | |||||
Internet TLD | .mb |
The Mbamigi Islands (English pronunciation: /mbɒ.mi.ɡi/ (informally, simply Mbamigi) Mbamigi: [undefined] error: {{lang}}: no text (help) Mbamigi PŸX Mbamigi pronunciation: [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.
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.
Mod.Mba. B̃amigi < 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) | |||||||||||||
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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) |
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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
Foreign relations
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
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
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.