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property in kampala

Impact of Infrastructure on property values in Uganda

Infrastructure development plays a critical role in shaping property values, and Uganda’s real estate market is no exception. The construction of roads, hospitals, schools and other public amenities has a direct and transformative effect on the desirability and value of properties in the surrounding areas. Here’s how these developments influence the Ugandan property market; 1….

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Expatriate housing in Kampala: Trend shifts

Expatriate housing in Kampala has in recent times undergone a major trend shift especially within the likes of Kololo and similar high end locations around Kampala. Specifically, regarding standalone houses for rent, we are seeing much fewer of them coming up on the market and this is partially explained by the several high-rise developments that…

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Rental Law in Uganda: The Landlord and Tenant Act

The Landlord and Tenant Act, 2002 (“the Act”) is a new addition to the constitution of Uganda. It was assented to by H.E. the President on April 12, 2022 and passed into law in June 2022. This is the ultimate law governing rental operations within the real estate industry in Uganda. The Act repeals the Rent…

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Land Tenure Systems in Uganda

Land Tenure Systems in Uganda According to the Ugandan constitution,  Land belongs to the people of Uganda and shall vest in them in accordance with the land tenure systems provided for in this Constitution and therefore land tenure refers to the relationship, whether legally or customarily defined, among people, as individuals or groups, with respect…

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