About Shivo

Shivo Tanzania stands as the undisputed architect of Zanzibar’s luxury revolution, founded in 2022 and creating the island’s most extraordinary villas / apartment buildings.

Our passionate team combines Western expertise from Britain and Italy with our close Tanzanian colleagues, offering deep Tanzanian knowledge and love for Zanzibar.

Together we forge an unstoppable force dedicated to claiming our rightful position as Zanzibar’s premier property developer with proven experience on land in managed services & rental management.

Shivo operates through two complementary divisions: our property development arm and our comprehensive managed services, both delivering exceptional standards backed by on-ground experience throughout Zanzibar. Shivo is one of the first developers on the island to implement managed services through our Shivo Guesthouse and Shivo Paje Villas rentals, the villas (20) which were built by another developer and fully sold by Shivo.

We specialise in high-end, contemporary designs that embody class and elegance. Our developments span multiple prime locations across the island, featuring world-class quality at accessible price points. Every project utilises carefully selected materials sourced globally and constructed under rigorous professional project management and oversight.

We understand that investing in paradise requires absolute trust. That’s why we’ve engineered a seamless, transparent acquisition experience that eliminates the typical anxieties of international property investment. Every question, every concern, every detail receives our personal attention and expert guidance.

Our unique approach and focus on premium quality and unique architecture sets us apart. We don’t just build exceptional properties—we provide world-class amenities in gated communities with 24/7 security that focus on guest experience in order to maximise investors rental returns.

Our commitment extends far beyond luxury development—we’re actively strengthening Zanzibar’s economic foundation. Through substantial tax contributions, increased employment opportunities for local residents, and strategic partnerships with skilled local artisans, we’re creating a positive economic ripple effect throughout the community. Our luxury developments enable us to offer significantly higher wages to our employees, while the premium rental rates our properties command generate increased spending power that benefits the entire local economy.

Shivo’s impact on local employment reaches unprecedented levels. We currently hire many local workers from both Zanzibar and mainland Tanzania across our developments, from skilled craftsmen and construction teams to hospitality staff and property managers, and are set to employ hundreds of local residents as our growth continues. Beyond direct employment, we actively partner with local companies for everything from construction materials to ongoing maintenance services with fundi’s (labourers). This creates a sustainable employment ecosystem that extends far beyond our immediate workforce, supporting entire families and communities throughout Unguja and beyond.

Our hospitality operations generate continuous business for local suppliers. Every Shivo property including those we manage requires ongoing partnerships with local companies providing hospitality products, cleaning services, maintenance solutions, and guest amenities. This creates long-term business relationships that provide steady income streams for dozens of local enterprises, from small family businesses to established island suppliers. Our commitment to sourcing locally wherever possible ensures that tourism revenue stays within the community.

The relationship between Shivo and Zanzibar’s residents reflects our deep respect for local culture and values. We’ve cultivated excellent relationships with local communities by prioritising transparency, fair employment practices, and genuine community engagement. The enthusiasm we witness from Tanzanians when they see our unique projects and quality developments reaching Unguja is both humbling and motivating—it validates our approach of bringing world-class luxury while honouring local traditions and creating genuine opportunities for economic advancement.

This approach ensures that our success directly translates into meaningful economic growth and improved living standards for Zanzibar’s residents. Every development becomes a catalyst for broader prosperity, demonstrating that luxury tourism and community development can work hand in hand to create lasting positive change across the island. This approach ensures that our success directly translates into meaningful economic growth and improved living standards for Zanzibar’s residents.