"Seeing skills grow & communities celebrate their culture is very special"
When artists are motivated then transformation shapes our futures.
Emerson’s Zanzibar Foundation Awards reward and encourage artists writers, singers, film makers and musicians.
We also help with training, mentoring, professional opportunities, workshops, recordings & albums.
The Foundation is able to present cultural creatives to a wider audience, help with promotion and developing marketing skills
We are active in different disciplines in the Zanzibari arts and culture, check out more below.
Discover how we support Zanzibar’s vibrant visual arts traditional & creative community.
Explore how we offer support to Zanzibari film-makers to celebrate their cultural identity.
We also support literacy initiatives, architectural projects as well as other cultural causes.
Sometimes dates change – so follow us on social media for latest exhition details.
Are you a business, organisation or group? Sponsoring the Emerson Zanzibar Foundation is a powerful way to fuel the island’s creative energy. Your support helps deliver exhibitions, awards, training, and scholarships that uplift local visual artists, musicians, and filmmakers. It’s a meaningful partnership that strengthens Zanzibar’s cultural future while also showcasing your commitment to community and creativity.
Wherever you are in the world, you can stand behind Zanzibar’s creative future by joining the Emerson Zanzibar Foundation. Your membership becomes a direct lifeline for visual artists, musicians, and filmmakers – opening doors to training, exhibitions, awards, and global exposure. It’s a simple action with real impact, empowering local talent while connecting you to a vibrant cultural movement that reaches far beyond the island.
Joining the Emerson Zanzibar Foundation as a EZF Member makes supporting artists effortless. From anywhere in the world, you can help visual creators, musicians, and filmmakers access training, opportunities, and global visibility – through one simple, meaningful commitment.
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The Emerson Zanzibar Foundation elevates visual artists by giving them the platforms and support they rarely receive elsewhere.
Through many projects, curated exhibitions, annual awards, placing artists in residence and hands‑on training programmes, the Foundation helps emerging creators develop their craft, gain visibility, and connect with international audiences.
It’s a direct investment in Zanzibari talent – supporting local creatives in their journey to outstanding careers.
It also helps to preserve the quality of unique culture found on the archipelago of Zanzibar.
Keep updated about the vibrant events by becoming a member of the foundation. Check our events schedule here →
We like to keep it simple; become a member by just filling out our registration form. Read more on our Members page →
Volunteering can take many forms, from collaboration to sharing resources, and we’re always open to new ideas. We deeply appreciate every volunteer. Get in contact by sending us an email: [email protected]
Get in touch with us and we can discuss a potential collaboration! Reach out to us by sending an email to: [email protected]
