Zanzibar: Trouble in Paradise

The documentary presents the story of women in Zanzibar who achieved financial independence through seaweed farming in a patriarchal society. However, their success was threatened by climate change, which devastated their seaweed crops. In response, these women innovated by shifting to sea sponge farming, only to face new challenges like bacteria and ongoing climate issues.

Zanzibar: Trouble in Paradise emphasizes the human side of environmental disaster, focusing on the individual struggles and resilience of women affected by climate change. The film stands out by spotlighting voices often unheard in discussions about climate impact, making it a significant contribution to the documentary genre.