Unusual lithic and ceramic finds dated within the last 2,000 years make Kuumbi Cave a unique site.

The geographical topography of the area indicates that, despite sea level changes, Kuumbi Cave has always been within a few kilometers of the shore for the duration of its human occupation.

Archaeologists must obtain permission from both the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar and the local caretakers to study Kuumbi Cave.

In one version, a hunting party followed an antelope through the brush into a cave with fresh water, and eventually decided to stay there.

[2] Gaps in the archaeological record suggest that humans did not continually occupy Kuumbi Cave since its first discovery.

[2] It is important to note that the cave's stratigraphy is mixed, making it difficult to date certain archaeological finds.

Silicified limestone flakes which did not originate in the cave were created via a free-handed technique which was unusual in the region at the time.

This poison would have been required if the point was intended for use in hunting larger animals, as it is not large enough to mortally wound one on its own.

An awl made from animal bone shows wear from piercing soft materials and suggests a leather working industry at Kuumbi Cave.