ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Mwinyi has said that strategic projects being implemented in the isles must adhere to timelines to ensure they benefit the residents.

President Mwinyi made the remarks at State House in Zanzibar during a meeting with members of a delegation from Oman Energy Centre who were in Zanzibar to discuss progress of projects they oversee, including water, energy and renovation of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

He assured the delegation that the government of Zanzibar would offer full cooperation to ensure success of the important projects which he described as vital for the economy, development and wellbeing of its people.

Dr Mwinyi urged the delegation to communicate any obstacles or challenges that may arise during project implementation so that the government can take prompt action to address them.

Highlighting the importance of clean and safe water project, President Mwinyi advised the delegation to prioritize ensuring a reliable water supply in all areas involved in their initiatives.

Additionally, he expressed satisfaction with the ongoing projects managed by Oman Energy Centre in Zanzibar, which he said continues to strengthen the long-standing cooperation between Oman and Zanzibar.

Abdallah Humaid Al Ma’amary, CEO of Oman Energy Centre, noted that one planned improvement for Stone Town is to transform it into a smart city while preserving its authenticity and adhering to UNESCO standards, given its status as a world heritage site and a symbol of Zanzibar’s history.

He further explained that feasibility studies for the proposed projects have been completed and praised the cooperation received from Zanzibar government senior officials involved in the initiatives.