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Saving the Ocean  The Sacred Island

The Sacred Island follows Zanzibar villagers who fought a resort to save their reefs. Details

 

Program: Saving the Ocean

Episode: The Sacred Island

"The Sacred Island" takes viewers to Zanzibar, off the East African coast, where local villagers fought a resort development in their pristine reefs and lagoons through a combination of activism, education, and regulation.

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Duration: (26:47)
Premiere Date: 04/07/2011
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR
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