molowa

Molowa is a fictional island nation and archipelago used in speculative fiction and worldbuilding. Located in the Molowan Ocean, it comprises five main islands—Athera, Kalu, Nemos, Sori, and Vela—together with a chain of smaller islets. The total land area is about 7,000 square kilometers. The archipelago features a temperate to subtropical climate, with coastal mangroves, coral reefs, and volcanic high points on several islands. The capital and largest city is Lumis, situated on the western island of Athera.

Molowa operates as a constitutional republic. The president serves as head of state, and a prime minister leads the government within a bicameral legislature. The current constitution was enacted in 1983 following independence from the United Provinces of Gendra in 1963. The country maintains a civil service tradition and a multi-party system, with local councils on each island.

The economy is mixed, with primary activities in fishing and aquaculture, timber, and tourism. The archipelago hosts a growing renewable energy sector, including wind farms and solar arrays. Exports primarily include seafood, timber products, and handicrafts. The population is roughly 1.2 million, with the official language of Molowan and minority communities speaking Lingua Lir and Kaluan. Religion is diverse, with secular and traditional beliefs predominating.

Cultural life emphasizes music, weaving, and coastal cuisine. National parks protect marine and forest ecosystems, and protected coral reefs are a focus of conservation. Climate change poses risks through sea level rise and extreme weather, prompting coastal defenses and habitat restoration programs. Molowa is a member of several regional associations and maintains cautious neutrality in international affairs.