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Kenya is considering major REIT reforms to attract more investors and unlock billions for real estate and infrastructure. Industry leaders say outdated tax rules and regulatory uncertainty are holding the sector back
Ghana’s real estate market is growing fast, but weak institutions and legal bottlenecks remain major obstacles. Experts warn that unresolved structural issues could slow investment and increase disputes across the sector.
Buying land in Ghana can still come with intimidation, disputes, and security risks. The persistence of land guards is undermining investor confidence and complicating property ownership.
A high-profile asset recovery case ended in a split decision that stunned legal observers. While authorities secured a luxury Mercedes tied to poaching, they lost a bid to seize valuable Nairobi real estate.
Kenya’s tax authority is preparing to force all landlords onto a digital register in a sweeping compliance push. The move targets billions in uncollected rental income and could reshape how property owners report earnings
The High Court has stopped the government from taking control of multi-million shilling apartments in Mombasa linked to a controversial foreign businessman. The ruling raises fresh questions about how far civil asset forfeiture powers can go.
Kenya’s property investors are demanding tax relief to revive interest in REITs. They argue that stamp duty is raising transaction costs and slowing growth in the listed real estate sector.
A government agency’s mistaken demolition markings on a Nairobi apartment block triggered panic, halted sales, and ended in a Sh20 million court payout. The case exposes how planning disputes can freeze real estate projects for years.
Ghana’s real estate regulator is preparing a major crackdown on unlicensed agents and brokers. The move aims to curb fraud, improve transparency, and restore trust in property transactions.