SESEP ENTERPRISE • ZANZIBAR BLUE ECONOMY • POWERED BY ZMBF
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A new vision for Zanzibar's blue economy

From coastal potential to global opportunity.

Connecting seaweed farmers, post-harvest hubs, processing, product innovation and markets — creating a more inclusive, resilient and sustainable ocean economy.

Explore the SESEP value chain Discover our flagship centre
People firstCoastal livelihoods and opportunity
Value addedFrom raw seaweed to innovative products
Future focusedEducation, enterprise and markets
One connected enterprise. Multiple pathways to prosperity.

Building the links that turn marine resources into long-term economic value.

PRODUCEIMPROVEPROCESSINNOVATESELL
01 / The engine of SESEP

The value chain is our foundation.

SESEP is designed as an integrated enterprise — not simply a museum or a single product business. Each stage builds value, strengthens quality and creates opportunities for communities and commercial partners.

Zanzibar coastal setting01

Farmers

Supporting coastal producers with training, organised supply and sustainable seaweed production.

Coastal infrastructure concept02

Post-harvest hubs

Collection, handling, drying, grading and traceability to improve consistency and quality.

Practical laboratory concept03

Processing

Transforming seaweed into higher-value ingredients and products through quality-led operations.

Illustrative seaweed product concepts04

Products

Developing opportunities in food, personal care, agriculture and industrial ingredients.

Illustrative retail and market environment05

Markets

Connecting quality products to domestic buyers, tourism, regional trade and export pathways.

FARMERS → HUBS → PROCESSING → PRODUCTS → MARKETS
02 / How it works

More than a supply chain. An ecosystem for growth.

SESEP brings together communities, enterprises, researchers, institutions and investors around practical blue-economy opportunities. The ambition is to build local capabilities while expanding the commercial value captured in Zanzibar.

Digital coordination, quality standards, skills development and strategic partnerships are cross-cutting enablers — connecting each stage rather than operating in isolation.

Community participationSkills, livelihoods and supply
Quality & innovationBetter products and processes
Market accessCommercial pathways and growth
Concept image of SESEP coastal facilities
Local value. Wider reach.Connecting Zanzibar's marine potential with sustainable enterprise.
03 / Value-added innovation

From the ocean to products people use.

Potential product lines can create new demand for locally produced seaweed. The visuals and categories below illustrate development opportunities, not confirmed commercial launches.

Illustrative SESEP seaweed-derived product range
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Food & beverage

Seaweed ingredients, culinary products and beverage concepts.

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Beauty & personal care

Marine-inspired skincare and personal-care concepts.

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Agriculture

Seaweed-based soil and plant-support products.

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Industrial ingredients

Opportunities including agar and carrageenan.

Flagship destination

Mariam H. Mwinyi Centre of Excellence.

A proposed destination where Zanzibar's marine heritage, hands-on education, research, entrepreneurship and visitor experiences come together — giving SESEP's wider enterprise a public-facing home.

Explore the Fumba Town vision ↗
Conceptual rendering of the SESEP Mariam H. Mwinyi Centre

People. Heritage. Innovation.

A place to learn, connect and discover.

Discover the experiences ↓
Conceptual museum gallery interior

Museum galleries

Discover Zanzibar's ocean heritage through immersive exhibits.

Conceptual marine practical laboratory

Practical laboratories

Hands-on marine science, learning and discovery.

Conceptual conference and event hall

Conferences & events

Bring together ideas, research, business and partnerships.

Conceptual museum retail and gift shop

Retail & gift shop

Celebrate locally inspired products, creativity and enterprise.

Conceptual beachfront restaurant and cafe

Restaurant & café

Enjoy Zanzibar's food culture and coastal hospitality.

Conceptual coastal garden experience

Gardens & coastal experiences

Explore nature, relax and connect with the ocean.

A destination in the making

Coming soon to Fumba Town.

The proposed Mariam H. Mwinyi Centre of Excellence is envisioned for Fumba Town, Zanzibar — bringing learning, culture, science and blue-economy enterprise into a distinctive coastal destination.

Explore partnership opportunities ↗

Illustrative development concept. Architecture, facilities, timing and implementation remain subject to planning and approvals.

Illustrative aerial concept inspired by the Fumba Town coastal masterplan
04 / Build the future with us

Partner in Zanzibar's next wave of opportunity.

We welcome dialogue with organisations and investors interested in sustainable production, quality infrastructure, innovation, education, markets and the proposed flagship destination.

InvestorsIndustry & BuyersResearch & EducationDevelopment PartnersTourism & Culture

Let's start a conversation.

Connect with the SESEP team about partnerships, collaboration or the proposed Centre.

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