The islands themselves are composed of sedimentary rocks deposited during the Neogene and Quaternary consisting of mostly limestones and sandstones with marls and some shale, as well as unconsolidated sands and clays.

A short rainy season called vuli, with planting taking place around October/December and harvesting occurring in late January/February, is experienced by the Wete district.

A variety of crops, including cloves, maize, sweet potatoes, cassava, rice, bananas, yams, and various vegetables, can be produced under these climatic conditions.

Agriculture, health, education, planning, forestry, sports and culture, livestock, fishing, social welfare, water, construction, and nutrition are among the 12 departments that make up the DC's office.

In the 2002 census literacy in Micheweni District stood at 40 percent for those aged 5 years and above.

Two of these healthcare institutions are run by the private sector, and the rest are owned by the government and parastatals.