Zanzibar’s identity has evolved over time. While it is now recognized as an African entity, its historical ties span diverse cultural influences, reflecting its unique position in the Indian ...

The tropical Indian Ocean is home to the Spice Islands. Characterised by beautiful sandy beaches, fringing coral reefs and coastal mangrove forests, this is a vibrant nursery area for marine life ...

Behind her, the vast Indian Ocean shimmered ... island off the northern coast of Zanzibar – a semi-autonomous region of Tanzania – provided its people with rich fishing grounds, fertile ...