# Zanzibar tourism investment and economic development

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zanzibar-tourism-investment-and-economic-development
> Updated: 2026-09-10T17:46:30.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Zanzibar is expanding its tourism sector through significant hotel investments and infrastructure development. President Hussein Ali Mwinyi recently launched Anaya Hotels & Resorts Zanzibar and Kappa Senses Zanzibar in the North Unguja region, a project totaling over $52 million that has created 371 local jobs.

The government aims to reach one million annual tourists, supported by increased flight activity at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. President Mwinyi has emphasized that new developments must prioritize local employment and provide markets for domestic agricultural and fishing products to ensure the citizenry benefits from the growing industry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Zambia and Zanzibar focus on tourism investment and local economic impact

Zambia and Zanzibar are focusing on tourism growth through increased infrastructure investment, media engagement, and mandates for local job creation to support rising visitor numbers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zambia-and-zanzibar-focus-on-tourism-investment-and-local-economic-impact

### 2026-09-06: Zanzibar President launches $52 million hotel investment

Zanzibar President Hussein Ali Mwinyi launched two new hotels representing a $52 million investment, aiming to reach one million annual tourists and boost local employment and trade.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zanzibar-president-launches-52-million-hotel-investment

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Cite as: Zanzibar tourism investment and economic development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/zanzibar-tourism-investment-and-economic-development