The Rufiji Delta, located in Tanzania, is one of the most significant mangrove ecosystems in East Africa, crucial for both biodiversity and local livelihoods. It supports a diverse range of flora and fauna and provides essential ecosystem services such as coastal protection, fishery resources, and carbon sequestration. Recent data show that the Rufiji Delta supports over 30,000 local people who rely heavily on these mangroves for their livelihoods, including fishing, farming, and harvesting forest…