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More Africa is a non-governmental organization (NGO) in Paje, on Zanzibar. The organization focuses on children and young adults with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to run our NGO in a self-sustainable way, More Africa offers 10 beautiful bungalows with private bathroom, all located on the same premises.
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Special school
18+ training
Guesthouse
Bar & Restaurant
Boutique
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Since the beginning of 2015, More Africa has worked very hard to provide a safe place for children with disabilities. The school has grown into a place where children with special needs receive special education, physiotherapy and medical care. It is the first and only place on Zanzibar where children get this opportunity.
Over the years, more and more parents know where to find us. However, at the moment the school is too small and we can’t accept more children.
That is why we started a fundraiser in January 2020 to expand the school.
This fundraiser has been successful and we have entered into a cooperation with “Wilde Ganzen Nederland” (Wild Geese Netherlands). They help us both financially and through capacity building. We are going to train local ladies who want to dedicate themselves to this special, but unfortunately still taboo target group.
For more information please read this page
Special school

Nursery & Primary
The nursery group consists toddlers and children with major development delays. We prepare them for the primary school by teaching them basic scholar and social skills. The primary group consists of children who are not allowed in Zanzibar to go to a government school due to their disabilities

Physical Therapy
This group consists of children with multiple disabilities. We offer these children especially physical therapy and daycare through sensory stimulation. These children often have Cerebral Palsy.

18+ group
This group consists of 18+ youth with disabilities who work within our Guesthouse
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Read MoreWhat our volunteers say
Hallo Ellen. Ik wil je bedanken voor de geweldige begeleiding en leerzame stage die ons (naam) bij jou heeft mogen ervaren. Het was fijn om te horen dat je zo zorgzaam bent naar je stagaires toe. Niet alleen tijdens de werkzaamheden maar ook in de vrije weekenden als ze tochtjes ging maken wou je altijd weten waar naar toe en hoe. Dat was een hele geruststelling voor ons. (naam) heeft al veel verteld en laten zien van de kindjes maar nog lang niet alles.
Fantastisch om te zien wat jullie allemaal doen voor de kinderen.
Nogmaals hartelijk bedankt voor de geweldig tijd die ons (naam) en ook (naam) hebben mogen ervaren bij More Africa op Zanzibar.

Ouders van een vrijwilliger
Volunteer in 2019
Joyce
Volunteer in 2018
Amy
Volunteer in 2018Ja waar zal ik beginnen… het project heeft oprecht mijn hart gestolen. Ik vind de manier waarop alles is opgezet en hoe er met de kinderen wordt omgegaan erg bijzonder daar zouden veel begeleiders in Nederland veel van kunnen leren. De kinderen zijn elke dag erg blij om weer naar school te kunnen en je ziet ze echt vooruit gaan. Het contact tussen de projectbegeleiders en de ouders is ook erg bijzonder om te zien, de ouders van de kinderen zijn erg betrokken en blij met de hulp die zij ontvangen. Dit project is leuk om als stage te gaan doen, maar ook zeker als vrijwilligerswerk.

Alinda
Volunteer in 2019 & 2020Facts
What our guest say
Amazing friendly host and staff. They were welcoming us with the big smile every time we met. Ellen organised taxi for us both ways. Unfortunately one day I stepped on sea orchid but Ellen expertly took out all the spikes. The whole place looks like a tropical garden with small living houses, hammocks, swimming pool and cozy restaurant. The apartments are modest but clean and tidy. We had one with cold water but in the heat of Zanzibar it is not the problem. Food was very good. The place is not located by the beach. It takes around 25 minutes to walk there or 4 minutes in the taxi. Super cool thing is the fact that money from the booking goes into the school Ellen is running. Ellen thanks for your hospitality. Good luck with all your plans. You rock!

Marta
Poland, December 2019It’s just a perfect choice to have a taste of Zanzibar. Helen and her staff were extremly friendly and she organized all what we wanted. The place is like a small paradise with a tropical garden, pool, chilling area. The room was commodious and in perfect tidiness. The food was also rich and delicious. The cherry on the top of the cream was that we have donated Helen’s school just because of staying and enjoying our time there. Many thanks for all our memories 😊Helen made our trip unforgettable

Ilia
Hongaria, December 2019Amazing place with great story! Host Ellen and all staff are so nice and helpful! We loved Deka a lot! The place is bit further away from the beach but they help you organize taxi to the beach and back. Nice and clean rooms, calm resting area, small restaurant and pool. You can visit school for kids with special needs that you are helping by staying at More Africa Guest hous! We love our stay here and would highly recomend this place!

Marina
Croatia, January 2020I spent such a very nice time with my friend. we are so happy discovering this place. Ellen is a very good person, she’s doing such a very good job, not only with her guesthouse, but also the way she cares about children who have mental sicknesses. The place is very clean, and so quiet. U forget U’re in Paje, which is a very crowded city. The food is delicious. The staff take care so much of the customers. Don’t hesitate to make a stop in More Africa Guesthouse, U won’t regret it for sure. Thanks so much Ellen for everything U made for us!!!!!

Natalie
France, December 2019Pack for a Purpose
We are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travelers like you to make a lasting impact in the community at your travel destination. If you save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and take supplies for the projects we support in need, you’ll make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Please click on the logo to see what supplies are needed for our project. Thank you!!
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+255 778822685 (also for whatsapp) or +255 629987809
Where to find us?
P.O. Box 3321, Paje, Zanzibar Urban-West, Tanzania

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