§ 13. Mr. J. Johnsonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps the Zanzibar Government is taking to give Africans experience and advancement in the administration of Zanzibar.
§ Mr. J. AmeryThe Zanzibar Government's policy is progressively to staff the public service with suitably qualified Zanzibaris. In addition to local training to this end opportunities exist for Zanzibaris to take technical, technological and professional courses abroad. These arrangements serve Africans as well as members of the other communities who have the requisite promise or attainment.
§ Mr. JohnsonCan the hon. Gentleman confirm the substance of the impression gained by myself and many other people when visiting Zanzibar, that the Administration is still well staffed by expatriates? Would the Minister see that there are fewer expatriates in the Administration, and advance more quickly the Africans and Arabs into positions of responsibility?
§ Mr. AmeryThe Zanzibar Government is doing its best to advance Africans and Arabs but the efficiency of the Administration must be its first care.