Pemba North Region

Pemba North anchors Zanzibar's clove industry—the island historically produced 80% of world output before Indonesian competition reduced market share to 7%. The fertile volcanic soils and reliable rainfall create ideal conditions for clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon cultivation. Spice farming employs most of the population, though tourism is growing. Coral reef ecosystems support fishing and nascent dive tourism. The region maintains more traditional character than Unguja (main Zanzibar island), with fewer tourists and stronger agricultural identity. Clove prices remain volatile, creating economic uncertainty.