Zanzibar in plans to develop its fishing sector

Tourism has been the mainstay of Zanzibar’s economy. PHOTO | FILE | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Zanzibar plans to develop its blue economy by investing more in the fishing industry by upgrading and supporting investors offering tourism services.

Zanzibar President Ali Mohamed Shein said focus will be on strengthening the fishing industry after years of stagnation despite the archipelago’s marine biodiversity. He said this while launching a $11.6 million-worth landing site and fish market project in Malindi, Zanzibar.