Objectives
Enhance Natural Defenses
- Restore 100 hectares of mangroves and 5 km of coral reef systems to buffer coastal erosion and storm damage.
Empower Local Communities
- Train 1,000 residents (60% women and youth) in climate-smart livelihoods (e.g., eco-tourism, sustainable aquaculture).
- Develop Coastal Resilience Hubs in 10 vulnerable villages for local education and response planning.
Implement Adaptive Infrastructure
- Construct Eco-engineered sea walls, elevated walkways, and rainwater harvesting systems in critical zones.
Promote Data-Driven Policy & Education
- Create Zanzibar’s first open-access Coastal Risk and Resilience Map.
- Launch public campaigns reaching 50,000+ residents to promote sustainable coastal practices.
Key Components & Activities
Ecosystem Restoration
- Mangrove reforestation with local seedlings.
- Coral gardening with community divers.
- Beach dune stabilization with native vegetation.
Community Resilience Building
- Village workshops on disaster preparedness.
- Microgrants for women-led green businesses.
- Integration of traditional ecological knowledge (TEK)
Infrastructure for Adaptation
- Nature-based seawalls.
- Elevated evacuation routes.
- Solar-powered water systems.
Monitoring, Data & Advocacy
- Drone mapping of erosion-prone areas.
- Coastal vulnerability assessments.
- Policy briefs and stakeholder dialogues.
Target Impact (By Year 3)
- 30,000+ people more resilient to climate impacts
- 25% reduction in shoreline erosion in project sites
- 50% increase in sustainable income sources for pilot communities
- 70% of local schools integrating coastal resilience into curriculum
Budget Overview (USD)
| Category | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Total (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecosystem Restoration | $180,000 | $150,000 | $120,000 | $450,000 |
| Community Training & Micro-grants | $100,000 | $120,000 | $80,000 | $300,000 |
| Resilient Infrastructure Development | $250,000 | $200,000 | $150,000 | $600,000 |
| Research, Monitoring & Technology | $70,000 | $60,000 | $40,000 | $170,000 |
| Policy Engagement & Awareness Campaigns | $40,000 | $35,000 | $25,000 | $100,000 |
| Project Management & Local Partnerships | $80,000 | $70,000 | $50,000 | $200,000 |
| Contingency (10%) | — | — | — | $182,000 |
| Total Estimated Budget | $2,002,000 | |||
Partnerships & Alignment
This project will be implemented in close collaboration with:
- Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries
- Local NGOs and Women’s Cooperatives
- UNEP, IUCN, and other regional resilience networks
It aligns with:
- UN SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- SDG 14 (Life Below Water)
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
Why Now?
Zanzibar’s coastlines are not just lines on a map — they are lifelines for thousands. “Islands on the Edge” offers a chance to lead with innovation, equity, and ecology, ensuring these communities thrive not only today but for generations to come.