NBS Housing Baraza lives up to its billing
The NBS housing Baraza very much lived to the billing with hundreds of participants ranging from government officials, policy makers, sector experts and the general public who came together at Serena Hotel to discuss the future of the countries housing sector.
The Baraza attracted a cross section of people
President Museveni’s key note message was delivered by the second deputy prime minister who raised the need for legislation and policies to ensure Ugandans get decent affordable houses.
“Put in place supportive policies and legislation to enable stake holders to fully participate without any encumbrances,” the message read in part.
Next Media CEO Kin Kariisa organised the baraza.
He further noted that the government embarked on fighting land crime through the land amendment act 2010 which protects tenants from eviction.
The state minister for lands, housing and urban development Chris Baryomunsi revealed the bottlenecks that are affecting their efforts to fix the housing deficiencies win Uganda.
Housing minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi (left) with Next Media CEO Kin Kariisa (centre) and Lands Minister Betty Amongi
He said that having land that is privately owned is one of their challenges.
Next media Chief Executive Officer, Kin Kariisa castigated youths who make a lot of money but choose to invest in gadgets other than taking steps to own homes.
Next Media CEO Kariisa urges youth to invest in housing and real estate
He said, "You find that someone has the latest iPhone, Samsung, HTC costing the range of 3 to 4 million but they are renting. That money can be used to start steps to own a home or start a morgage,”
Micheal Mugabi, the managing director of Housing Finance bank rubber stamped the importance of the theme “Housing for generations.”
“We need to engage more stakeholders and reach out to millions of people, step by step to fulfil their dream of owning a house,” Mugabi said.
The day was summed up with a free housing exhibition where various stakeholders exhibited.
