Jambiani is a picturesque fishing village on Zanzibar’s southeast coast. The village maintains a laid-back atmosphere, with fishing and seaweed farming as primary income sources. Local women cultivate seaweed or Mwani is cultivated by women who arrange it in neat rows of sticks and ropes in the turquoise lagoon. Mwani is used for soap, cosmetics and silk production. Visitors to Jambiani can explore local traditions, interact with residents, and engage in activities like pottery and rope making. There are village guided tours promoting sustainable tourism, which include visiting local schools, herbalists, clinics, and a witchdoctor, providing an authentic glimpse into the community’s culture and livelihoods.
