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(Sultan) Barghash bin Said al-Busaidi, an influential Omani Sultan, ruled Zanzibar from 1870 to 1888. He spearheaded the development and modernization of the island, focusing on infrastructure projects like building a new palace and expanding trade networks. By establishing diplomatic relations with European powers, he bolstered Zanzibar's strategic importance in the region. Barghash bin Said's leadership was marked by a keen vision for progress and stability in Zanzibar.
