The Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society

The Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society is a non-governmental organisation established in 2002 and registered under the Society Act no. 6 of 1995. Its mission is to promote the conservation of Zanzibar Stone Town's heritage and the environmental and cultural welfare of its inhabitants.

The idea emanated from the committed citizens and well-wishers of Stone Town. However, any person who lives, works or has any other connection with this unique old town can become a member.

Please download a copy of our constitution for further information about the Society.

Our objectives

  • To create and raise general awareness of the Zanzibar Stone Town’s heritage and its conservation matters.


  • To provide technical and other support for the maintenance and sustainable improvement of the building environment.


  • To cooperate and build partnerships between the Stone town Conservation and Development Authority, Wakf Comission, Municipal authorities and other interested public, private and community stakeholders.


  • To lobby and influence the policies and decisions of the government and private sector relating to the Stone Town.


  • To create activities that enhance the diversity of Stone Town culture.


  • To collect and disseminate information on the Stone Town and to otherwise support relevant research.


  • To promote and coordinate training and education services for enhancing socioeconomic and cultural activities of the Stone Town’s inhabitants.


  • To network with other organizations and interested individuals in Zanzibar and elsewhere.


    • Our focus

    The main activities of Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society concentrate on the following areas.

  • Awareness creation.


  • Community outreach and involvement.


  • Training and capacity building.


  • Studies and research.


    • Funding

    Stone Town Heritage Society is funded by the Embassy of Sweden/SIDA, Dar es Salaam.

    How to become a member

    Fill in an application form and submit it to our office. An annual nominal fee is required before your membership is activated. As a member you will receive:

  • Membership card.


  • Bi-annual news letter.


  • Special invitations to activities, and more.


    • You are most welcome to contact us for more information.
      
      
     
      
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
      © Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society - 2010