Kizimkazi village wins fishing boat in dhow race
Kizimkazi Mikunguni village won a modern fishing boat after placing first and second in a traditional dhow race at the 2026 Kizimkazi Festival in Zanzibar. The event aims to promote local culture, tourism, and economic development.
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It highlights the intersection of traditional cultural practices and community economic development in coastal regions.
ZANZIBAR: KIZIMKAZI Mikunguni has won a modern fishing boat worth 29m/- after winning the traditional dhow race at the 2026 Kizimkazi Festival in Zanzibar. The village took both first and second places in the race, which brought together 20 competitors from Kizimkazi Mikunguni and Kizimkazi Dimbani in South Unguja.
Former Deputy Prime Minister Dotto Biteko, who was the guest of honour, said the ocean should be viewed as more than a source of fish.
“The ocean is not only a source of fishing activities. It is also an important opportunity for promoting sports, culture, tourism and economic activities,” Biteko said.
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