Land Act

Chapter: Cap. 236 (formerly Cap. 227) Jurisdiction: Uganda

Overview

Governs land tenure, ownership and administration in Uganda, including the four tenure systems (mailo, freehold, leasehold and customary), the role of land boards, and the protection of occupants. Central to most land-dispute litigation.

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Source: this overview is Wakilii editorial. The consolidated text of the Act is published by the Uganda Legal Information Institute (ULII). Always confirm you are reading the current, amended version. Wakilii is not affiliated with ULII.