Vamizi is home to more than 180 different species of coral and more than 400 species of reef fish. Much of the island is protected, with several conservation projects in operation. Queiroz’s personal connection to Mozambique is not just financial. He was born in Nampula, Mozambique, which suggests emotional ties to the country. Potential philanthropic or conservation interests, though that’s less clearly documented.
If the island is indeed Vamizi (or something similar), it’s in a region of high ecological importance, which means that any development — even if private — might be under some scrutiny.Media reports might have misnamed or misspelled the island. Without confirmation from Mozambican land registry / mapping, this remains uncertain.
