Zanzibar Journal

In the 2007 financial crisis, I witnessed the dangers of poor diversification firsthand — frozen deposits, collapsing banks, and clients losing everything overnight. Years later, that experience led me to Zanzibar, where I discovered a truly resilient real estate market. With tourists from every corner of the globe, strong connectivity, limited supply, and the island’s iconic turquoise waters, Zanzibar luxury properties offer diversification, high rental yields, and attractiv

Five years ago I arrived as a Scotsman in Zanzibar with over 15 years of institutional investment experience south of London and in Dublin — including achieving Chartered Fellowship with the CISI. With that background, it was immediately clear to me that property was the number one asset class on the island and the place to be. Strong demand, limited supply, and prices that were very attractive compared to other tropical island destinations made it a compelling investment opp