An opposition presidential candidate in Zanzibar detained as he tried to vote early on Tuesday has been released, after nine people were shot dead by security forces ahead of Wednesday’s ...

Unguja. Zanzibar’s tourism sector continued its upward trajectory in June 2025, recording 67,496 international arrivals—a sharp 30.9 percent increase compared to the same period last year, and a ...

What did we achieve? Zanzibar’s universal pension was launched for all people aged 70 and over in April 2016, thanks to the combined efforts of HelpAge International and its network member in Zanzibar ...

However, few events stand out as dramatically as the Anglo-Zanzibar War, which holds the title of the shortest war ever fought. This war was not just a footnote in history; it was a stark ...

The rising tides have taken a toll on its people, particularly those who rely on fishing and tourism – two industries crucial to Zanzibar’s economy.

Zanzibar has its own cabinet, known as the Revolutionary Council, and a 50-seat house of representatives. Elections, by popular vote, are held every five years.

In an effort to diversify its economy and lessen its reliance on tourism, which now accounts for more than a quarter of its GDP, Zanzibar has opened up new oil and gas development zones for bids.

The launch was participated by government officials, development partners, academia, youth and local stakeholders The Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar, as part of its contribution efforts to ...

This year, the Stone Town of Zanzibar celebrates the 25th anniversary of its inscription on UNESCO's World Heritage List. While much has been done to protect it over the past two and a half decades, ...