NCBA Bank Uganda has injected Shs40 million into the recently concluded Gulu Property Expo and Acholi Real Estate and Infrastructure Conference, signaling growing investor confidence in northern Uganda’s fast-rising property market.
The expo, held in partnership with global property firm Knight Frank, served as a strategic platform to unlock investment, development, and growth opportunities in the region, particularly in Gulu City.
Hosted at Acholi Inn Hotel, the conference brought together policymakers, developers, investors, financial institutions, landowners, high-net-worth individuals, and industry stakeholders to explore northern Uganda’s rapidly evolving real estate and infrastructure landscape.
Gulu City is increasingly positioning itself as the economic hub of northern Uganda, strategically serving as a gateway to both South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. With a population of over 232,000 people and an annual growth rate of 5.28%, the city is among the fastest-growing urban centers in Uganda.
The region is experiencing rapid urbanization, infrastructure expansion, and commercial diversification, making it an attractive destination for investment across residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and industrial real estate.
The expo attracted over 150 key stakeholders, including investors, developers, financiers, construction firms, and local authorities, all seeking to position Gulu as Uganda’s next real estate frontier.
Speaking at the event, Martin Mwanje, Head of Sustainability and Strategy at NCBA Bank Uganda, said the conference—held under the theme “Unlocking Investment, Development and Growth in Uganda’s Secondary Cities”—aimed to foster meaningful dialogue around property investment, infrastructure development, and financing opportunities.
“NCBA Bank Uganda is participating as the Exclusive Platinum Financial Partner, positioning the bank as a key driver of investment and economic growth within northern Uganda. Through this partnership, we are engaging directly with developers, investors, and project sponsors,” Mwanje said.
He noted that the partnership enhances NCBA’s visibility within the real estate sector while providing access to a pipeline of development and financing opportunities.
Mwanje added that the bank is showcasing a range of tailored financial solutions, including mortgage financing, construction financing, asset financing, and business banking products designed to support developers and investors.
For participants, the conference offered valuable investment insights, networking opportunities, and direct engagement with key players in the real estate ecosystem.
The event is expected to spur regional economic growth and accelerate development across Uganda’s secondary cities, further cementing Gulu’s status as an emerging investment hotspot.
