Zanzibar must act to conserve its natural & cultural heritage for the future (commentary)

Zanzibar's Conservation Efforts

Zanzibar, an island paradise in the Indian Ocean, lies 20 kilometers off the East African mainland. It is governed as a semiautonomous zone of the United Republic of Tanzania, comprising two large islands: Unguja (1,666 square kilometers) to the south, and Pemba (988 km2) to the north.

The archipelago is one of the most densely populated areas of Africa, with a total population of 1.9 million, according to the 2022 census.

Zanzibar must act to conserve its natural & cultural heritage for the future

Zanzibar's unique cultural and natural heritage is at risk, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts to protect it for future generations.

Author's summary: Zanzibar needs conservation.

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