A history of standing with teachers
Since 2002, ZATU has grown into the recognised voice of Zanzibar\u2019s educators — uniting teachers and advocating for their rights and welfare.
The recognised teachers' union in Zanzibar
As a trade union, ZATU is committed to advocating for and protecting teachers' rights and welfare in order to facilitate the delivery of equitable and quality education for all.
From its establishment, the union has worked to organise teachers to join, while advocating for accessible quality education and improved working conditions for every teacher across Unguja and Pemba.
Milestones
2002
ZATU is established
The Zanzibar Teachers Union is founded as the recognised trade union mandated to organise and represent teachers from pre-primary to secondary education levels across Zanzibar.
Growth
Organising teachers across the isles
ZATU consistently works to bring teachers into the union while advocating for accessible, quality education and improved working conditions for all teachers, regardless of level or place of work.
2023 – 2027
Current Strategic Plan
The union operates under a five-year Strategic Plan guiding its programmes and initiatives, with a key focus on ensuring members qualify for collective representation in the public sector.
2028 – 2032
Looking ahead
A comprehensive evaluation of the 2023–2027 plan will inform a new, results-oriented Strategic Plan for 2028–2032 that strengthens the union’s impact for its members.