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Empowering Youth Through Tourism & Blue Economy in Zanzibar


We connect young people with training, partnerships, and international platforms that support sustainable growth, as a growing
youth-led platform in advancing economic opportunities through tourism, entrepreneurship, and blue economy initiatives in Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Our Focus Areas
   – Tourism Development
   – Blue Economy
   – Entrepreneurship
   – Youth Summits & MICE

Our Proud Partners

We are proud to collaborate with institutions and organizations supporting youth empowerment, tourism development, and the blue economy through the Zanzibar International Youth in Tourism Summit (ZIYTS).

SMZ
Africa Tourism Board
Swahili
Zamni
ZanAqua
ZNCC
Chajio

Our Initiatives

Zanvacay leads innovative programs that equip youth with skills, mentorship, and real-world experience. Our initiatives include:

“Attending the inaugural Zanzibar International Youth Tourism Summit (ZIYTS) was truly an unforgettable experience. Being part of a platform where ideas were shared and thoughts were nurtured towards building a resilient blue economy was inspiring.”

Agnes Kabissa, Host ZIYTS 2023

“Magical Zanzibar like never before. As a youth in development of career, passion and the nation’s future, Zanzibar International Youth Summit went beyond expectations especially it being held for the first time.”

Tumaini S. Maletho, Delegate ZIYTS 2023

“Capitalize on low hanging fruit to identify a ballpark value added activity to beta test. Override the digital divide with additional clickthroughs from DevOps. Nanotechnology immersion along the information highway.”

Maria Masud, Web Developer