ZANZIBAR, April 15 -- ZANZIBAR has stepped up its commitment to creating an enabling environment and investing in value addition projects for marine products, particularly seaweed, a key source of income for coastal communities.

Deputy Minister for Blue Economy and Fisheries, Ms Mboja Ramadhan Mshenga said the government is planning to construct a seaweed processing plant in South Unguja Region, a project which is expected to create employment opportunities, add value to the crop, and increase farmers incomes.

“The factory will significantly boost production by addressing market challenges and enabling farmers to sell processed products instead of raw seaweed,” she said during a visit to seaweed farmers at Makunduchi village...