ZANZIBAR, July 12 -- ZANZIBAR recorded 69,605 tourist arrivals in June this year, a 3.1 per cent increase compared with 67,496 visitors received during the same month in 2025, reflecting the islands continued growth as one of the countrys leading tourism destinations.

The latest figures released by the Zanzibar Commission for Tourism also show a sharp 73.4 per cent increase from the 40,151 visitors recorded in May 2026, signaling a strong rebound in tourism activity as the peak travel season gathers pace.

According to statistics released by Commission statistician Hassan Ameir Vuai, Europe remained Zanzibars largest source market, contributing 43,105 visitors, equivalent to 61.9 per cent of total arrivals.

Africa ranked second with 13,...