Dar es Salaam, June 24 -- THE famous Forodhani Park, a public beach most known by those who visit Zanzibar was being threatened by erosion caused by sea rise.

The park of the historical city of Stone Town was becoming a casualty of sea-level rise which is linked to global warming.

The park (also Forodhani Gardens or Jubilee Gardens), located along the main sea-walk, just in front of the most famous buildings of the House of Wonders and the Old Fort, has been widely used by residents and visitors including tourists as evening public place for leisure or relaxation.

It is the seafront area where, during the sunset, one can find local foods, drinks, and fruits to enjoy, and also see young people go for swimming. However, one thing that ma...