Unguja. The Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar (RGZ) said 3,682 citizens have been paid compensation totalling Sh47 billion across 44 areas in Unguja and Pemba after surrendering land to pave the way for ongoing infrastructure development projects.
The statement was made on Thursday, May 28, 2026, by the Minister for Works and Transport, Dr Khalid Salum Mohamed, while concluding debate on his ministry’s budget estimates in the House of Representatives in Unguja, Zanzibar.
Dr Khalid was responding to concerns raised by members of the House during budget discussions on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, when some lawmakers questioned delays in compensation payments to affected residents.
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