IB/Aga Khan Project in Zanzibar

At one time Zanzibar supplied 90% of the world’s cloves and is home to many spice plantations.  Spices  are vital to the economy and culture of Zanzibar.  We had the opportunity to visit a farm to learn more about the farming, harvesting and distribution of spices.  Our knowledgeable guides introduced us to the raw forms of cloves, cinnamon, ginger, lemon grass, cardamom, nutmeg, vanilla and other spices which offered a unique and sensory experience.  Consequently, our curriculum conversations were spiced with ideas from our visit… 

Spice girls: Kirsten, Monique, Mshai, Christine and Suzanne