Zanzibar: An archipelago that’s worth discovering… and respecting
Name: Jonathan Jagot Age: 25 years old Specialty: Sailing around the world for over 12 years
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24/05/2023
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Jonathan Jagot
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190
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Located on the east coast of Africa, just 30 miles from Tanzania, the semi-autonomous archipelago of Zanzibar is a popular tourist destination thanks to its white sand beaches, turquoise waters and coral reefs. But this heavy human presence has had a negative impact on the environment and the local culture. The negative effects of tourism on the environment are becoming increasingly visible: the unregulated construction of hotels and resorts has caused considerable coastal erosion and the destruction of natural habitats used by marine animals. The waste generated by this overpopulation, mostly…