Housing Finance Bank, Pearl Marina Estates sign MOU to boost affordable homeownership

KAMPALA - Housing Finance Bank (HFB) and Pearl Marina Estates have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the aim of redefining the real estate and housing finance experience for Ugandans.

The strategic alliance will enable Housing Finance Bank to provide tailored mortgage financing solutions that make homeownership more accessible and affordable, while leveraging Pearl Marina Estates’ innovative approach to property development.

The partnership is designed to unlock new opportunities in Uganda’s housing sector by combining financial expertise with cutting-edge real estate solutions.

Speaking during the MoU signing ceremony yesterday in Kampala, Michael Mugabi, the Managing Director of Housing Finance Bank, said the bank’s purpose is financing a sustainable future for all.

“This partnership with Pearl Marina Estates aligns seamlessly with our vision of enabling sustainable homeownership and supporting real estate development across the country. Together, we are building a resilient ecosystem of professional real estate services, ensuring that customers receive comprehensive support from identifying the right property to structuring deals and accessing affordable financing,” Mugabi noted.

The MoU establishes a collaborative framework for innovation in housing finance, driven by data insights, customer-centric solutions, and operational excellence.

It reflects both organizations’ commitment to driving sector-wide transformation while delivering long-term value to clients and communities.

Pearl Marina Estates welcomed the collaboration, commending Housing Finance Bank for its leadership in advancing sustainable housing finance.

The two organizations pledged to work closely to ensure seamless service delivery and maximize the benefits of this partnership.

“Uganda’s housing deficit, currently estimated at about 3 million units, presents both a challenge and an exciting opportunity. Through this partnership, we are positioned to bridge this gap by making mortgages more accessible and enabling more Ugandans to realise their dream of homeownership,” John Baptist Kaweesi, Head Mortgages and Consumer Banking at Housing Finance Bank, said.

According to Piyush Dixit, the General Manager at Pearl Marina, the partnership is more than just a financial arrangement; it is a bold step towards shaping the future of real estate in Uganda.

“We believe that by combining our strengths, we can accelerate growth, unlock synergies, and deliver meaningful impact to aspiring homeowners.”

The partnership marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s housing finance landscape and underscores the critical role of collaboration in driving innovation and economic growth.

Both institutions expressed confidence that the MoU will create lasting value, not only for their customers but also for the broader community.