Minor Hotels Africa Appoints Helga Deboeck as General Manager of Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort

Deboeck takes the reins at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort with over 15 years of international leadership across luxury hotels and resorts in Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Africa. She most recently served as General Manager at Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection in Greece.

Appointment:
Helga Deboeck has been named General Manager of Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, effective 25 March 2026.

Background:
- Over 15 years of international leadership across luxury hotels in Europe, the Caribbean, Middle East, and Africa.
- Most recently GM at Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection in Greece.
- Experience with Ritz-Carlton, W Hotels, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Sheraton Gambia, and Sheraton Grand Conakry.

Expertise:
- Brand implementation, market positioning, revenue optimisation.
- Pre-opening and transition projects for luxury properties.
- Developed Marriott International’s Luxury Pre‑Opening Countdown Process, now part of its Luxury Academy framework.

Vision:
To foster a high-performing culture, nurture talent, and deliver distinctive guest experiences that exceed expectations.

Personal:
Belgian national, fluent in English, French, and Dutch. Holds qualifications in Business Management, Modern Languages & Mathematics, and a Six Sigma Green Belt. Also trained in photography and visual arts.

About Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort
Part of Minor Hotels’ Anantara brand, the resort is located in Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago, offering luxury stays rooted in local culture and natural beauty.

This appointment signals Minor Hotels’ continued investment in strong leadership and premium guest experiences across Africa.