Jambiani beach, East Coast, Zanzibar

Several older properties have suffered from erosion of the sea wall
A woman waits, hoping for fish
Fishermen arriving, framed by an ngalawa on the beach named "Fight For Life"	A half filled sack is weighed at the seaweed buying station. Jambiani has had poor harvests for several months.
Sardines are quickly distributed - I'm told the going rate is $30 a bucket

Kiteboarding at Paje, East Coast, Zanzibar

Ok, not a brilliant photo - but nonetheless a very exciting view of kiteboarding at Paje - I tried counting and concluded there were approx 100 kites - ie a 100 surfers in the water at one time.

The windy season attracts kiteboarders from all around the world.

Commonwealth Games 2014 Torch visits Zanzibar

The "Queen's baton relay" visits Zanzibar

Passing dhows

Find us on Facebook, near Bawe Island, Zanzibar

In Zanzibar the pleasure boats are often given attention attracting names.
Old favourites include "Mr Bean" and "Gladiator", and now we have "Facebook"

High Court, Stone Town, Zanzibar

High Court, Zanzibar: recently painted and decorated for Mapunduzi 2014.

First night of Maulid, Kelele Square, Stone Town, Zanzibar

Fireworks for Mapunduzi 2014, Zanzibar

Ngalawa race for Mapunduzi 2014, Zanzibar

fifteen ngalawas setting off from the start line

setting off into strong winds - it's rough and tough

And the winning ngalawa is way ahead of the others!