
Zanzibar, a jewel of the Indian Ocean with rich culture and stunning beaches, attracts over 400,000 tourists annually. However, the island faces a growing plastic waste crisis due to inadequate municipal waste management systems. Most waste, especially plastic and glass, ends up in landfills or the ocean, threatening both the environment and Zanzibar’s appeal as a travel destination. Despite the potential of a circular economy, efforts to reuse materials remain limited, while many women and youth continue to face barriers to employment, deepening social and economic inequality.
The TUI Care Foundation has been working with social enterprise Chako to help create a cleaner Zanzibar. Building on its previous phases, the new project phase continues to focus on waste reduction, upcycling, capacity building and waste awareness activities. Additionally, it introduces a dedicated training centre and incubation hub for local artisans, aimed at nurturing a new generation of entrepreneurs in sustainable waste management.