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Under The Wave

Matemwe, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Nature & Wildlife conservationEnvironment & ClimateCommunity developmentWater & Sanitation
NGOFounded 2021Regional reach
Profile last updated: August 3, 2026

About

Founded in 2021, Under The Wave is a non-governmental organisation based in Matemwe, Tanzania working on nature & wildlife conservation, environment & climate, community development +2 more.

Under The Wave is a marine conservation non-profit based in Matemwe on the north-east coast of Zanzibar, Tanzania. It works with local communities, the government and other NGOs to promote sustainable fishing, restore coral reefs, support local schools and raise awareness of marine conservation. The organisation combines scientific research with hands-on community projects, employs local staff and runs an internship and volunteer programme. Donations fund its marine conservation and community projects.

Location

Matemwe, Tanzania

Founded

2021

Organisation type

NGO

Focus areas

marine conservationcoral reef restorationsea turtlessustainable fisheriesZanzibarMatemwe

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

Nature & Wildlife conservationEnvironment & ClimateCommunity developmentWater & SanitationEducation

Works for

CommunitiesChildrenFamilies

How they work

ResearchAwareness & educationCommunity programmesVolunteer programmes

Programmes

Protection & Restoration of Habitat Project

Nature & Wildlife conservation · Tanzania

Restores and protects coral reef and marine habitat around Matemwe and Mnemba Atoll.

Sea Turtle Nesting Center

Nature & Wildlife conservation · Tanzania

Sanctuary for sea turtle nesting to help replenish endangered turtle populations.

Sea Turtle Identification Project

Nature & Wildlife conservation · Tanzania

Monitoring and identification of sea turtles in Zanzibar waters.

Sustainable Fishing Practices

Environment & Climate · Tanzania

Works with local fishers and Shehia Fisher Committees to promote sustainable fisheries.

School Water Supply Initiative

Water & Sanitation · Tanzania

Funded a water pump, pipe system and sinks so students have reliable water at a local school.

Marine Science Education

Education · Tanzania

Marine science programme in local schools and environmental sessions for students.

Coastal Clean-up project

Environment & Climate · Tanzania

Community clean-up activities along the Matemwe coast.

Countries of operation

Tanzania

Funding & support

Ways to support

DonateMonthly givingVolunteer

Credentials & affiliations

Partnerships

The Living Ocean, World Unite!

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