Zanzibar’s Minister of Tourism and Heritage, Simai Mohamed Said, has resigned, citing “unfavourable and disruptive working conditions” in the Tanzanian archipelago.
“I have made this difficult decision, which is not easy in our culture. I will continue to be loyal to the government and my party, the Revolutionary Party.” – Simai Mohamed Said
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Charles Hillary, the presidential spokesperson in the Tanzania’s semi-autonomous islands, has confirmed the minister’s resignation, according to local media.
His resignation comes a few days after he reportedly complained about a shortage of alcohol in Zanzibar, stating that it was affecting the tourism sector.
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About 90% of Zanzibar’s economy depends on tourism.