Who we are
National Reference Institute for Sustainable Development of the Union of the Comoros since 1999.
An Institute at the Heart of
National Development
INRAPE is the national reference institution for scientific research applied to the fields of agriculture, fisheries and the environment in the Comoros.
Under the supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, our institute brings together more than 120 Comorian and international researchers, technicians and experts. Our fundamental mission is to produce rigorous, accessible and directly usable scientific knowledge for the sustainable development and food security of the Union of the Comoros.
INRAPE conducts research on the three islands of the archipelago — Grande Comore, Anjouan and Mohéli — integrating local realities into each scientific approach. Our work covers tropical agriculture, marine resources, terrestrial biodiversity and national food policies.
What guides us on a daily basis
Every researcher, technician and INRAPE administrator is committed to common values that define our institutional identity.
Scientific method
We apply rigorous methods, validated by national and international peers, to ensure the reliability of our results and the integrity of our publications.
Adapted innovation
Our technological solutions are designed to respond to Comorian realities — island topography, limited resources, cultural practices — by promoting accessible technologies.
Service to Communities
INRAPE's research is field-oriented. We co-construct our programmes with farmers, fishermen and local communities for a concrete and sustainable impact.
international openness
We maintain active collaborations with world-renowned institutions — FAO, CIRAD, IRD, EU — to anchor Comorian research in global standards.
Institutional Excellence
INRAPE is committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance, transparency and accountability to the State, our partners and the Comorian population.
Transmitting knowledge
Training the next generation of Comorian scientists is at the heart of our mission. We welcome trainees, doctoral students and young researchers throughout the year.
25 Years in the Service of the Comoros
From its foundation to today, INRAPE has gone through decisive stages that have forged its identity and strengthened its national impact.
Creation of INRAPE
Founded by presidential decree, INRAPE was born from the desire to provide the Union of the Comoros with a national scientific institution capable of guiding agricultural and environmental development policies.
First international partnerships
Signing of the first cooperation agreements with FAO and CIRAD. Installation of agronomic analysis laboratories in Moroni, allowing the first indexed scientific publications.
Extension to marine resources
Creation of the Fisheries and Marine Resources Department. Launch of the first fish stock assessment programme in Comorian waters, in collaboration with the Indian Ocean Commission.
Biodiversity & Climate Program
Launch of the national programme for monitoring terrestrial and marine biodiversity. First reports on the impact of climate change on Comoros' island ecosystems.
COVID-19 Mobilization
During the pandemic, INRAPE put its laboratories and experts at the service of the national health authorities, ensuring PCR diagnostic capacities on the three islands of the archipelago.
Strategy 2024–2030
Adoption of a new five-year strategic plan focusing on food sovereignty, climate adaptation and human capacity building, with a budget increase of 40%.
Our Partners & Collaborations
International cooperation for the scientific development of the Comoros.
Would you like to collaborate with INRAPE?
We are open to scientific partnerships, internships, collaborations with institutions and requests for information of any kind.
