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AFCON 2027 in Zanzibar: dates, stadiums and where to stay
The Africa Cup of Nations comes to Zanzibar in June and July 2027. What is confirmed, what CAF has not yet published, and how a match day…
New Mandatory Insurance for Tourists Visiting Zanzibar
Effective 1 October 2024, all tourists traveling to Zanzibar are required to obtain a mandatory insurance policy prior to their arrival....
Journey Into Tradition: Exploring the Riches of Swahili Weddings
The customs behind a Swahili wedding in Zanzibar: the proposal and dowry, the pre-wedding bridal scrub, henna, the nikah ceremony, the…