Zanzibar has entered into a formal partnership with Tether, the company behind USDT, to introduce a suite of blockchain-focused initiatives aimed at improving financial inclusion and technology education across the islands.

The collaboration was confirmed after Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino met with government officials, including Zanzibar’s Minister of State, Mudrick Ramadhan Soraga.

This marks another step in Tether’s broader push into Africa, where it is engaging with local governments to introduce practical tools for digital asset adoption and decentralized financial services.

At the center of this partnership is a multi-pronged education campaign designed to introduce Zanzibaris to blockchain technology, Bitcoin, and mobile-first financial tools.

The program will feature workshops, technical training sessions for developers, and tailored resources for youth and community leaders.

Zanzibar’s government has expressed a clear interest in building out a technology-forward economy. The minister emphasized that the partnership aligns with the region’s long-term strategy to build digital literacy, especially among young people, and develop new income and innovation opportunities through technology.

In addition to education, Tether has committed to supporting local infrastructure that could support decentralized solutions, such as mobile wallets and other digital tools, that are accessible to the broader population.

These efforts are expected to help fill long-standing gaps in access to financial services, especially in communities where banks are scarce or difficult to reach.

This isn’t Tether’s first effort on the continent. In recent months, the company has launched similar initiatives in Uganda and South Sudan focused on community-based education and grassroots support for Bitcoin awareness.

Through these programs, Tether is attempting to position itself not only as a key stablecoin provider but also as a technology partner for regions aiming to build financial systems from the ground up.

While much of the crypto conversation on the continent centers around speculation, this initiative leans toward practicality, helping locals understand how blockchain tools can be used for daily transactions, savings, and small business operations.

Partnerships like this offer a glimpse into how global players are shaping the narrative, not just through products, but by embedding themselves in education and infrastructure projects.

For Zanzibar, it signals an intent to build digital capabilities from the grassroots, and for Tether, it reflects a long-term strategy of staying relevant by being useful.

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