Zato

04/05/2026

Zanzibar Association of Tour Operators (ZATO) inatoa pongezi za dhati kwa Makamo Mwenyekiti wake, Bi Aisha Hussein M***a, kwa mafanikio yake ya kuendesha baiskeli km 50.

Mafanikio haya yanaakisi uthubutu, nidhamu na moyo wa kujituma. Ni mfano wa kuigwa kwa jamii nzima. Hongera sana kwa kuwa mfano bora.

01/05/2026

30/04/2026

ZATO participated in the launch of Tourism Kaizen in Zanzibar, a key step in strengthening service quality, operational efficiency, and customer experience across the tourism sector. The initiative promotes continuous improvement and introduces practical approaches tailored to industry needs 🌍✨

29/04/2026

🤝 MILESTONE ACHIEVED!

On 28th April 2026, the Zanzibar Association of Tour Operators (ZATO) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) 🇹🇿🤝🇺🇬

This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards:
✨ Strengthening regional tourism collaboration
🌍 Promoting joint destination marketing
📈 Creating new business opportunities for our members
🤝 Enhancing B2B partnerships between Zanzibar and Uganda

Together, we are opening new doors for growth, innovation, and stronger tourism ties across East Africa.

Uganda TourismGrowth Collaboration B2B

28/04/2026

The Zanzibar Association of Tour Operators (ZATO) participated in a high-level consultative meeting organized by the Ministry of Finance and Planning to discuss strategies for strengthening revenue collection and supporting the growth of the tourism sector ahead of the 2026/2027 national budget.

This engagement reflects ZATO’s continued commitment to working closely with the Government in fostering a conducive business environment, enhancing transparency, and strengthening the contribution of tourism to Zanzibar’s economy.

ZATO remains a strong voice for its members and a key stakeholder in driving sustainable tourism development.

25/04/2026

“Zato journalist Mr. Bakari Masoud spotted in Stone Town alongside Yanga and Taifa Stars star Ibrahim Hamad Bacca.”

16/04/2026

🌍 JICA and Zanzibar
Kaizen Unit Visit ZATO

On 15 April 2026, representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) 🇯🇵, Mr. Adachi Shinya and Ms. Shiori Matsumoto, paid a courtesy visit to the ZATO Chairperson at his offices in Kisauni. They were accompanied by Mr. Thabit Masheko, Head of the Zanzibar Kaizen Unit (ZKU). 🤝

The delegation, referred by the Zanzibar Commission for Tourism, shared their interest in expanding Kaizen trainings and seminars for tourism stakeholders in Zanzibar, including ZATO members. Kaizen is a Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, with a strong focus on Business Development Services (BDS) and Quality and Productivity Improvement (QPI). 💡

We held a productive 90-minute discussion ⏱️, and both sides expressed strong commitment to move this initiative forward and support local tour operators to improve service quality and productivity. 🚀

Links: 🔗
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/tanzania/activities/index.html⁠
https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/tanzania/information/press/2021/press210719.html⁠

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15/04/2026

🌍 DON’T MISS THIS!

You are invited to the Uganda Tourism Roadshow 🇺🇬
📅 28th April
📍 Hyatt Regency, Dar es Salaam

This is your chance to:
✨ Connect with 60+ tourism stakeholders from Uganda
🤝 Build strong B2B partnerships
📈 Expand your tourism products
🌐 Grow your regional network

🔹 FREE ENTRY
🔹 Limited slots – first come, first served
🔹 Registration is mandatory

👉 Register now:
https://forms.gle/Z4PvHJQUBN6iJzN7A

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