Business 31 May 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)

Katatumba-Shumuk Property Row Resurfaces

A long-standing dispute over a prime property in Kampala, involving the Katatumba family and Shumuk Investments Limited, is once again drawing attention. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/business/markets/katatumba-vs-shumuk-property-dispute-that-just-won-t-go-silent-5479724

The contentious battle over the fate of the Mapeera House property, situated on Kampala’s William Street, is once again taking center stage. This ongoing saga, involving prominent business families, has seen numerous legal and administrative interventions over the years, yet a definitive resolution remains elusive.

The property, previously known as Mapeera House, has been at the heart of a protracted legal disagreement between the Katatumba family, represented by the Katatumba Family Business Limited, and Shumuk Investments Limited.

At its core, the dispute revolves around the ownership and control of the valuable commercial building. Both parties have laid claim to the property, leading to a complex web of legal challenges and counter-challenges that have stretched for years.

This persistent conflict has not only hindered development and utilization of the property but has also become a notable case study in protracted business disputes within Uganda. The case has touched upon issues of property rights, contractual obligations, and the effectiveness of legal recourse in resolving such matters.

With the matter seemingly reigniting, the business community and stakeholders are watching closely, hoping for a conclusive end to this protracted property wrangle.

Read more: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/business/markets/katatumba-vs-shumuk-property-dispute-that-just-won-t-go-silent-5479724