Construction & Real Estate

Uganda has been variously described as the “Pearl of Africa” by Sir Winston Churchill; as the "Promised Land" by Mary Stuart and in more recent times as one of the most corrupt nations in the world by many commentators. To a large extent Uganda’s post-independence history has earned her much negative press but the truth of the matter is a pearl is a pearl. It may become drossy but all it takes is some polishing before it returns to its original pearly state. This, in a nut shell, is Uganda. BLACK & WHITE has been formed against this background with a vision to make Uganda a different place in the area of Real Estate transactions through practice of the highest ethical and professional standards and through high performance. After all, the Land equals Uganda. Uganda is richly endowed with lush green vegetation. Water spots in form of lakes and rivers include the famous Lake Victoria and the River Nile. Some area s of Uganda are mountainous e.g. the Rwenzori mountains of Fort Portal. Yet, others are panoramically hilly. She sits 3,000 feet above sea level. Her natural endowments immediately set her apart, not only as an agricultural nation but as one with a lot of room in the area of Real Estate development. Lake sides and views, plus islands, are a tourist attraction with much potential for the hotel industry. Planned neighborhoods are already being embarked on by some developers but there is still much room in this area. Currently, government policy is to encourage investors, especially foreign investors. Much development has already taken place but compared to the vast expanses of undeveloped land still available, this could be a drop in the sea. Yet the sky is the limit. The forthcoming Commonwealth Conference that will be hosted by Uganda in 2007, has also given rise to much development at this time. If the map of Africa was in the form of a man, Uganda would be in the heart area. A sound heart is the life of the flesh. Therefore, if Uganda will be healthy, Africa will be healthy. Good health will not depend on physical development per se but on the methods through which these developments are achieved.This calls for a complete change of the mindsets so that the end will stop justifying the means. Uganda needs only a handful of people committed to this cause and this is where the polishing of the pearl begins. She will then rise to bring life not only to Africa but to the nations of the world at large. “ The Pearl of Africa” will shine among the jewels and the “Promised Land" will become the Land of Promise.

Leo Tolstoy, the celebrated Russian writer, once opined that 'a good start is half the job done'. Measuring the leap Gigo Construction Ltd has made from its recent birth in 1996 to the early hours of this new millennium, the truth in Tolstoy's assertion stands as crisp as starched and pressed linen. Born in 1996, Gigo Construction is the handiwork of its owner and founder, Alh.Amadou Gigo. At its birth, the company had a skeletal staff of less than 10 employees and no equipment except simple tools like spades and wheelbarrows. With a very elaborate and ambitious corporate plan propelled by know-how and deligence, however, the company in no time rolled from its birth-bed to standup, move, and make melody, so to speak, for the theme drummed up is the supreme mastery of blending art and science to produce superior structures tall in satisfaction. Up to date, the single most outstanding trait of this company is its steadfast commitment to building top-rated structures -- refined in appearance and rugged in construction. Erecting buildings aside, the company does other construction-related services such as landscaping, quantity surveying, renovations and architectural works. Already, there are imminent plans to expand and diversify operations into related fields such as real estate, building supplies and civil engineering.

Chosaan Enterprises is a leader in the field of Real Estate & Development, Restaurants & Catering, Art & Culture and Import-Export Consultancy in The Gambia.Chosaan Properties believes in growth, expansion, trust, reliability and realizing the dreams of people who wish to live or stay in The Gambia. We sell building land in prime locations. We develop building plots and land through Chosaan Construction, building properties to our clients’ specifications. Chosaan Properties rent short and long stay apartments and homes, sell and build properties and develop land. We endeavour to develop what our customers want and need. Above is a range of businesses, land, homes and apartments to both rent and buy.

Focus on Knight Frank LLP and you see a world renowned, UK headquartered global property consultancy. Broaden the picture to include our US based real estate partner, Newmark Knight Frank, and you see a unique global force in property transactional, management and advisory services.The global network encompasses more than 165 offices in 36 countries across six continents. Over 5,300 experienced professionals handle some £18.3 billion (US$£36.1 billion) worth of commercial, agricultural and residential real estate annually, advising clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors and corporate tenants.Our strong local presence in established and emerging markets around the world, combined with powerful central research and intelligence-sharing, enable us to identify opportunities for clients to maximise value in every aspect of their property dealings.You may be a multinational corporation needing to cut costs and save time in managing a global real estate strategy. Or you may be a private client, seeking expert advice from people with a profound knowledge of both local and international residential markets. Whatever the scale, whatever the location, Knight Frank’s global network has the scope and the services to help you achieve your property goals.

We are one of the leading practices of Chartered Surveyors in Nigeria. The firm was founded in September 1973 and its registered number is 194878. It began operations on the 13th of September 1973 at 106/110 Lewis Street Lagos where it has remained ever since.WHO WE ARE Otunba Tade Ismail founded the firm in 1973. He is a past President of the Nigerian Institution of Estates and Valuers (NIESV), President, International Federation of Real Estate (FIABCI) Nigeria. ISMAIL & PARTNERS is a firm with a vision of change. It is a partnership of forward looking, proactive and dynamic personalities whose main focus is the real estate market. An integrated team committed to providing the resources to support real estate solutions. Our objective since foundation has been to achieve the following: - To provide an efficient service in the development of real estate. To offer services in the evaluation and appraisal of real estate investment. To secure for our clients an efficient service in the marketing of real estate either on short or long term basis. To associate with cognate professions for the purpose of securing a harmonious environment. And to this we add: Forming a Partnership with clients in order to better help them by working alongside them and helping them with their planning and decision-making.