Vol. 1 (2023): A Study on the Importance of the Blue Economy Education to all Citizens of Zanzibar

A B S T R A C T

The concept of blue economy is an emerging idea that has yet to be well understood. More efforts are needed in the understanding of the concept to fully derive benefits from the blue economy. This study examines the importance of the blue economy education in Zanzibar Islands. The study used qualitative approach where questionnaires, interviews as well as documentary reviews were employed. A population of 200 respondents were chosen to answer the four research questions of this study to meet the objectives. Purposive sampling was used to select participants with regard to their positions and the required information. Findings reveal that 70% of citizens have very little knowledge on the concept of blue economy while 90% of respondents believe that education on the concept of blue economy is mandatory. On the other hand, 55% of the respondents understand that resources within the ocean can provide respectable and better jobs. The research concludes that, knowledge of blue economy from reliable sources could empower citizens explore opportunities offered by the ocean to sustain life and for economic development of the nation.