NSSF sets March 2027 handover for first 350 Temangalo houses

What the report says

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) says it plans to hand over the first 350 houses at its Temangalo housing project in Wakiso District on March 31, 2027. According to The Independent Uganda, NSSF Managing Director Patrick Ayota gave the update to Parliament’s Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) during an appearance tied to the committee’s review of the Fund’s investments and operations.

Ayota said the first phase of construction is about 75% complete, and that prospective buyers should begin booking units at the end of this month through pre-sales and initial deposits. He told MPs that the first handover will cover 350 housing units, with buyers able to reserve homes before completion.

The discussion also focused on whether NSSF’s property projects are affordable for ordinary Ugandans. Legislators questioned if the Fund’s housing model serves lower-income members, while Ayota said NSSF has tried to spread its projects across market segments, including high-end, middle-income and relatively affordable developments. He argued that land, infrastructure and tax costs make low-cost housing difficult for private developers in Uganda.

He urged government support for a broader housing programme, saying policies that reduce development costs could make homes more affordable. The report also noted that NSSF’s wider property portfolio includes the Pension Towers in Nakasero, Kampala, which Ayota said remain scheduled for handover on January 31, 2027.