Empowering Coastal Communities for Blue Growth: Enhancing Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Sustainable Tourism in coastal Tanzania and Zanzibar

Objectives: The grant, titled 'Empowering Coastal Communities for Blue Growth: Enhancing Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Sustainable Tourism in coastal Tanzania and Zanzibar,' aims to establish sustainable and resilient marine and coastal ecosystems that are effectively adapted to climate change impacts, offering green job opportunities, sustainable livelihoods, and improved living conditions that equally benefit men and women. The specific objectives are to enhance the productive use of marine and coastal ecosystems by supporting fisheries, aquaculture, and tourism initiatives, focusing on governance, infrastructure improvement, and sustainable practices. The interventions are designed to create employment opportunities for coastal communities while ensuring environmental preservation for future generations.