President Samia Suluhu Hassan Urges Youth to Embrace Creative Arts for Tourism and Environmental Conservation

TLDR

• ZANZIBAR: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has urged the youth to embrace creative talents to promote the country’s tourist attractions, culture and heritage while creating jobs and income opportunities.
• The President made the call during a photography auction held in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, saying creative arts could play a greater role in promoting tourism and environmental conservation.
• The event was organised by the Mwanamke Initiative Foundation (MIF) in collaboration with Waba Group as part of efforts to promote youth creativity, tourism and environmental conservation.
• The initiative highlights the growing potential of creative industries to contribute to tourism promotion, environmental awareness, employment creation and income generation among young Tanzanians.
• The proceeds are expected to support initiatives promoting the use of clean cooking energy and environmental conservation.