Due Diligence Before Purchasing Land in Uganda
A clean title is only half the search. The people living on the land may have rights the title does not show.
The cheapest part of any land purchase is the search you do before signing.
Purchasing land in Uganda—particularly within the vibrant Eastern region—requires rigorous, multi-layered due diligence. A certificate of title alone does not guarantee undisputed ownership. Buyers must verify the physical status of the land by conducting on-site boundary inspections accompanied by local LC1 officials and registered surveyors. Under the Land Act, lawful and bona fide occupants hold protected security of occupancy. At Stone Advocates, we conduct exhaustive title searches at Ministry Zonal Offices (MZOs), verify unregistered interests, and structure secure sale agreements to safeguard your investment.
General information and opinion, not legal advice. Speak to an advocate about your own situation.
