Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions About Building Materials in Zanzibar
Answers to the most common questions from contractors, developers and property owners about Zanzibaba materials, equipment, pricing and delivery in Zanzibar.
What building materials does Zanzibaba supply in Zanzibar?+
Zanzibaba supplies cement, sand (local and imported river sand), aggregates (local limestone and imported granite), steel rebar, BRC mesh, ready-mix concrete, roofing materials, tiles, timber, paint, plumbing, electrical and hardware across Zanzibar.
How much does cement cost in Zanzibar?+
Cement prices in Zanzibar start from TZS 17,900 per 50 kg bag. Prices vary by brand and quantity. Zanzibaba provides fixed-price quotations after BOQ review — contact +255716002790 or upload your BOQ for current pricing.
Does Zanzibaba deliver building materials across Zanzibar?+
Yes. Zanzibaba delivers across the entire island of Zanzibar, including Stone Town, Paje, Nungwi, Fumba, Kiwengwa, Kendwa, Jambiani, Bwejuu, Michamvi and all other areas. Delivery rates are confirmed on each formal quotation.
What equipment does Zanzibaba hire out?+
Zanzibaba hires excavators, bulldozers and wheel loaders — all with operators included. Equipment is available for 8-hour daily rates. Transport, fuel, access and availability are confirmed for each booking.
How do I get a BOQ quotation from Zanzibaba?+
Upload your BOQ (Excel, PDF, photos or pasted text) at materials.zanzibaba.com/boq-upload or request a quote at materials.zanzibaba.com/generate-quote. Zanzibaba responds to structured requests within 24 hours Monday–Saturday.
What precast concrete products does Zanzibaba manufacture?+
Zanzibaba manufactures kerbstones, interlocking and paving blocks, concrete blocks and other precast products at its Zanzibar production facilities for roads, developments and infrastructure projects.
Does Zanzibaba provide ready-mix concrete in Zanzibar?+
Yes. Zanzibaba supplies ready-mix concrete in grades C15, C20, C25, C30 and C35 with delivery across Zanzibar. Concrete is laboratory-tested and available for villas, hotels, commercial buildings and road projects.
What areas of Zanzibar does Zanzibaba serve?+
Zanzibaba serves the entire island of Zanzibar with operations in Mbweni (head office) and Paje (branch). Delivery covers Stone Town, Paje, Nungwi, Fumba, Kiwengwa, Kendwa, Jambiani, Bwejuu, Michamvi, Matemwe and all other areas.
Can I get construction services from Zanzibaba?+
Yes. Zanzibaba provides building construction, road construction, subcontracting works, site and earthworks, material transport and concrete pumping — in addition to materials supply and equipment hire.
What is Zanzibaba's response time for quotes?+
Zanzibaba aims to respond within 24 hours Monday–Saturday on structured BOQ and quotation requests. Contact +255716002790 or WhatsApp for immediate pricing enquiries.
What is the price of sand in Zanzibar?+
Local construction sand starts from TZS 55,000 per m3. Imported river sand starts from TZS 315,000 per m3. Prices vary by quantity, delivery location and availability. Request a formal quotation for current pricing.
What is the price of aggregates in Zanzibar?+
Local limestone/coral aggregate starts from TZS 52,000 per m3. Crushed stone 3/4" starts from TZS 52,000 per tonne. Imported black/grey granite aggregate (10-20mm) starts from TZS 350,000 per m3. Prices are indicative — confirm on formal quotation.
How much does an excavator cost to hire in Zanzibar?+
Excavator hire in Zanzibar starts from TZS 1,200,000 per day (8 hours, operator included). Transport, fuel, access and availability are confirmed for each booking.
Does Zanzibaba supply ready-mix concrete?+
Yes. Zanzibaba supplies ready-mix concrete in grades C15, C20, C25, C30 and C35 with delivery across Zanzibar. Concrete is laboratory-tested and available for villas, hotels, commercial buildings and road projects.
What steel products does Zanzibaba supply?+
Zanzibaba supplies steel rebar, BRC mesh and steel structures for construction projects across Zanzibar. Bar sizes and quantities are quoted per BOQ.
Does Zanzibaba deliver to my area in Zanzibar?+
Zanzibaba delivers across the entire island of Zanzibar, including Stone Town, Paje, Nungwi, Fumba, Kiwengwa, Kendwa, Jambiani, Bwejuu, Michamvi, Matemwe and all other areas. Check delivery availability at materials.zanzibaba.com.
Can I upload a BOQ for quotation?+
Yes. Upload your BOQ (Excel, PDF, photos or pasted text) at materials.zanzibaba.com/boq-upload. Zanzibaba responds to structured requests within 24 hours Monday–Saturday.
What construction services does Zanzibaba provide?+
Zanzibaba provides building construction, road construction, subcontracting works, site and earthworks, material transport and concrete pumping — in addition to materials supply and equipment hire.
What precast concrete products are available?+
Zanzibaba manufactures kerbstones, interlocking blocks, paving blocks and concrete blocks at its Zanzibar production facilities for roads, developments and infrastructure projects.
What are Zanzibaba's operating hours?+
Zanzibaba operates Monday–Saturday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Contact +255716002790 or WhatsApp for enquiries outside business hours.
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