Juba is set to host a landmark real estate investment summit this September, as Smart Properties Limited launches the Real Estate Summit 2025.
The first-of-its-kind event designed to attract domestic and international investors to South Sudan’s emerging property market.
Speaking during the official launch in Juba, Louis Kwot Akolith, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Lands and Housing, said the summit will highlight government efforts to modernize land systems and create a secure environment for property investment.
“The National Land Policy (2023) has already been approved by the Council of Ministers and awaits parliamentary ratification. We’re also building a digital land registry to streamline processes and reduce fraud,” Akolith said.
He reaffirmed the government’s dedication to driving policy reforms, accelerating infrastructure development, and fostering sustainable urban planning to realize its broader development goals.
The official confirmed that the government is pursuing public-private partnerships for major projects, including the development of Ramciel, South Sudan’s planned new capital, as well as new residential zones and governor estates in Juba.
Brenda Mutuku, CEO of Smart Properties Limited, said the summit is not just about business, but it is about reshaping the global narrative of South Sudan.
“We’re here to tell a different story about South Sudan, of course is peaceful, open for business, and rich in natural assets, from its vast land to the Nile flowing through its capital,” she said.
She acknowledged that while the country’s challenges won’t be solved overnight, the summit is a starting point to highlight South Sudan’s untapped potential.
Mutuku also emphasized the vital role of real estate and construction in driving job creation, especially for the nation’s growing pool of engineering graduates.
However, George Ritti Richard, Director of Lands at the Ministry, warned about growing concerns around land grabbing, informal settlements, and unlicensed real estate operations.
“Oversight and policy enforcement must go hand-in-hand with investment and we need structure if we are to build sustainable, inclusive cities.”
Scheduled for September 18–19, 2025, the summit aims to position South Sudan as a viable and untapped destination for real estate development, driven by a commitment to policy reform, infrastructure growth, and sustainable urban planning.
The summit is expected to convene government officials, local developers, investors, and real estate professionals from across the region and beyond. Key topics will include land reform, urban planning, housing, and foreign direct investment.
