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Tawakal Hospital is a private zonal hospital in Zanzibar delivering round-the-clock emergency, maternity, pediatric and specialist care with modern equipment and a team that treats you like family.

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24/7 emergency & ambulance
5 insurance partners accepted
Licensed by the Ministry of Health, Zanzibar

Doctors and nurses of Tawakal Hospital standing together outside the hospital

Emergency readyAmbulance on standby, day & night

55+Inpatient beds

24/7

Emergency & general services

Inpatient beds across specialties

Doctors, nurses & support staff

Insurance partners accepted

Our services

Specialist care under one roof

From routine check-ups to emergencies, our departments work together so you get the right care quickly.

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Pediatric Care

Specialized care for infants, children and adolescents — from vaccinations to emergencies — by experienced pediatricians.

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Obstetrics & Gynecology

Comprehensive women's health: prenatal clinics, normal and C-section deliveries, and reproductive health care.

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Cardiology

Diagnosis and management of heart conditions with ECG, echocardiography and experienced cardiologists.

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Urology

Expert care for urinary tract and male reproductive health, including kidney stones, prostate conditions and surgery.

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Dental Care

Preventive check-ups, fillings, root canals, extractions and cosmetic dentistry for the whole family.

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Radiology & Ultrasound

Modern diagnostic imaging including X-ray, ultrasound and echocardiography with prompt, accurate results.

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Why Tawakal

A hospital built around the community it serves

Since opening in 2018 as a private zonal medical facility, we have grown into one of Zanzibar's most trusted hospitals — without losing sight of our promise: equitable, quality care for everyone.

Our story

Our mission

To work in partnership with the community and public sector to ensure an equitable, quality healthcare system.

Our vision

To become a centre of excellence where everyone in Zanzibar can achieve their full potential for health and well-being.

Community programmes

Planned outreach and free medical camps bring care to communities across Zanzibar.

Open around the clock

General and emergency services run 24 hours a day. Specialist clinics follow published schedules.

A nurse attending to a patient in a Tawakal Hospital ward

5 ward typesNurses on duty 24 hours

Ward services

Comfortable wards, attentive nursing

Available 24 hours, every day

Our wards are organised by patient category and staffed by nurses around the clock, so every patient receives close attention throughout their stay.

Male & female general wards for adult patients
Obstetric & gynecology ward for maternity and reproductive health
Pediatric ward designed for children
Private wards with two beds, TV, fridge, private bathroom and air conditioning

Ward details

Clinic to deliveryNormal & C-section births

Maternity

Care for mothers from the first visit to the first cuddle

Comprehensive care from pregnancy to postnatal

Our obstetricians, gynecologists and midwives support you through every stage — regular antenatal clinics, safe delivery and follow-up care for mother and baby.

Prenatal care — regular check-ups for mother and baby
Normal delivery — one-day admission
C-section — three-day admission for recovery
Postnatal care and full assessment for new patients

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Patient stories

What our patients say

Tawakal Hospital so far in Zanzibar is the best hospital in almost every area of their daily operation, especially gynaecology. They have the best gynecologist, Dr. Bernard. I have been there for 9 months and I recommend them highly.

Muhdin AliGynecology patient

The care I received at Tawakal Hospital was exceptional. The doctors were knowledgeable and the nurses were attentive. I felt comfortable throughout my stay.

Fatma AliMaternity patient

My child received excellent care in the pediatric ward. The doctors explained everything clearly and the staff were very friendly. I highly recommend their services.

Hamisi MohamedParent of a pediatric patient