ZANZIBAR, June 12 -- ZANZIBAR is setting its sights on stronger economic growth in 2026, building on solid gains recorded in 2025, with a surge in tourism, improved domestic revenue and sustained infrastructure investments expected to drive the Isles economy forward.

Presenting the Zanzibar Development Plan for the 2026/2027 financial year, Finance and Planning Minister Dr Juma Malik Akili said the economy is projected to grow by 7.5 per cent in 2026, up from 7.0 per cent in 2025, reflecting continued resilience and effective policy implementation.

Dr Akili said the positive outlook is firmly grounded in achievements recorded in 2025, when the economy expanded by 7.0 per cent, supported by strong performance across key sectors.

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