By Diana.N.Kintu
In a landmark decision aimed at resolving long-standing land disputes, the Government of Uganda has announced that residents of Kasokoso-Kiganda will receive individual land titles, providing them with secure tenure and a foundation for future development. The announcement was made by President Yoweri Museveni during the official handover of the land, following a petition raised by residents during his PDM tours in November 2025.
President Museveni noted that the National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership had thoroughly examined the issue and concluded that granting individual land titles would enable residents to remain on their land and invest in its development without fear of eviction. “The government recognises the importance of land security in fostering community stability and economic growth,” he said.
The initiative goes beyond merely issuing land titles. According to the President, the government intends to develop Kasokoso-Kiganda with essential infrastructure, including roads, healthcare facilities, clean water supply, and other social amenities. These developments aim to improve the quality of life for residents and stimulate local economic activity.
Assuring residents of their safety and rights, President Museveni emphasised that there would be no forced evictions in the area. “Residents can now have peace of mind as they work to improve their land and livelihoods,” he stated, praising local NRM leaders, including Mayanja Umar, Chairperson for Kira Municipality, for raising the matter with the Presidency.
The President also used the occasion to caution residents against political opposition groups, which he claimed were more focused on dividing communities than addressing pressing social issues such as poverty and illegal land dispossession. He urged citizens to cooperate with the NRM government to safeguard their interests, including secure land tenure, access to education, healthcare, and broader economic opportunities.
President Museveni further encouraged residents to utilise government-backed wealth creation programmes such as the PDM (Parliamentary Development Model) and Emyooga, a fund designed to empower households economically. “Economic empowerment at the household level is fundamental to building stable and prosperous families,” he remarked.
The announcement has been warmly received by Kasokoso residents, many of whom have endured uncertainty over land ownership for years. For them, the government’s intervention represents not only legal security but also a promise of improved living conditions and access to vital services.
Community leaders expressed optimism that secure land tenure will encourage investment in agriculture, small-scale businesses, and residential development. “Having an individual land title gives us hope for the future. We can now build, farm, and plan for our families without fear of losing our land,” said one resident.
This move reflects the government’s broader agenda to address land disputes nationwide while promoting social and economic development in urban and peri-urban areas. Analysts suggest that providing secure land tenure is likely to strengthen social cohesion, encourage investment, and reduce conflicts that often arise from unclear property rights.
As the government embarks on infrastructure development in Kasokoso-Kiganda, residents are looking forward to a transformation in their community that combines legal certainty with improved public services, paving the way for long-term growth and prosperity.