Hamad Bakar Hamad
Hamad Bakar Hamad serves as the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries in Zanzibar, emphasizing the critical role of the ocean in supporting the island's economy and livelihoods. He has pointed out the challenges facing the fishing and tourism sectors while advocating for sustainable practices and initiatives to ensure the long-term viability of Zanzibar's marine resources.
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Hamad Bakar Hamad stated that the meeting comes at a critical time as governments continue implementing development strategies aimed at economic transformation.
Hemed Suleiman to open major blue economy forum as global experts converge in Zanzibar
Tanzania· 2026-05-27
Captain Hamad Bakar Hamad, Principal Secretary in Zanzibar’s Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries, said illegal fishing does not respect national borders.
Zanzibar pact signals new regional front in fight against illegal fishingTanzania· 2026-02-24
Captain Hamad Bakar Hamad emphasized that illegal fishing does not respect borders.
How regional project catalysed a concerted front against illegal fishing
Kenya· 2026-02-23Permanent Secretary Hamad Bakar Hamad said production rose 107.2 percent in the Fisheries Ministry.
Zanzibar marks 62 years of progress across key sectorsTanzania· 2026-01-12
Captain (N) Hamad Bakar Hamad is the Principal Secretary at Zanzibar’s Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries.
Zanzibar summit to target economic losses from illegal fishingTanzania· 2026-01-11
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries, Hamad Bakar Hamad, said the market will serve 10,000 people daily.
Mwinyi pledges to strengthen blue economy initiativeTanzania· 2025-10-09
Mr Hamad Bakar Hamad is the Permanent Secretary in Zanzibar's Ministry of Blue Economy & Fisheries, discussing the expansion of the blue economy sector.
Seaweed Farming: Prosperity or peril in the face of climate change?Tanzania· 2025-03-29
Captain Hamad Bakar Hamad said there is a need to improve infrastructure and market access for seaweed farming.
Seaweed farmers grapple with climate change, plastic pollutionTanzania· 2025-03-27
Hamad Bakar Hamad said that Zanzibar’s economy heavily depends on the ocean, with fishing and tourism being vital pillars of social and economic development.
Zanzibar’s marine economy under threat from climate changeTanzania· 2025-03-13