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Fortis Green Housing Reaches 50% Completion on Masaka Views Eco Estate

Mugisha R. John — 2026-03-24T08:45:21Z

Fortis Green Housing announced that construction of the first phase of its model village, Masaka Views Eco Estate, has reached 50% completion.

The announcement came March 23, 2026, during a showcase and property sales event for the development near Masaka Health Center in Kicukiro District.

The estate will feature 382 homes, including 302 apartments with one to three bedrooms, 51 family houses, and 33 townhouses, with a total project cost exceeding 36 billion Rwandan francs (about $25 million).

In the first phase, 171 homes are under construction, including 88 apartments for rent and 92 for sale. Apartments for sale, ranging from two- to four-bedroom units, will cost between 102 million and 212 million Rwandan francs ($70,000–$145,800).

Robert Bizimana, the project's construction manager, said progress varies by housing type: “Overall, the first phase is 50% complete. Apartments are 30% done, townhouses 50%, and family houses 65%.”

Liza Haylett, Fortis Green Housing's marketing manager, added that construction is on schedule and the estate is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. She noted that sales are being handled by GIA Property Talks.

Eric Nshimiyimana, GIA Property Talks director, said Masaka's strategic location makes the development attractive. “People choose homes for several reasons. One of the main factors is proximity to essential services. Within 500 meters, Masaka Hospital will be operational,” he said.

The project is part of broader efforts to improve Kigali's urban planning. The city plans to spend more than 251 billion Rwandan francs in the 2025/2026 fiscal year on infrastructure upgrades, including housing improvements and initiatives to enhance residents' well-being in informal settlements.

Rwanda to build 892 new housing units in Kigali worth $48 million

Administrator — 2026-03-06T17:16:51Z

The skyline of Kigali is rapidly transforming as construction accelerates across the city, with roads, buildings, and public infrastructure developing at a fast pace. The government announced plans to build 892 new housing units in the Kicukiro District, with a total value of $48 million (over 70 billion Rwandan francs).

Deputy government spokesperson Maurice Uwera said the homes will be built on 12.8 hectares in Gahanga Sector, Kicukiro, in partnership with construction company Bauhaus International Ltd. “This project will benefit 121 residents whose land will be affected, providing compensation or replacement housing,” Uwera said.

The project is part of a nationwide plan to develop 1,100 hectares for affordable housing, including 890 hectares in Kigali, to address growing demand. Investors are encouraged through support such as access to infrastructure, a reduced 15% tax rate, assistance with land acquisition, and local sourcing of construction materials.

A 2019 study showed that Kigali needs 310,000 housing units to accommodate 373,000 households between 2017 and 2032. Rwanda aims to build at least 150,000 units to meet its goal of housing 5.5 million people by 2050.

Globally, an estimated 300 million new housing units are needed by 2030 to close the housing gap, particularly in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia — representing a market worth $17 trillion.

Officials say the Kigali project is expected to improve urban living conditions while continuing the city's rapid development and modernization.

Cabinet Approves Housing Agreement With Bauhaus International

Mugisha R. John — 2026-03-05T08:22:16Z

Rwanda's Cabinet on Wednesday approved an agreement between the government and Bauhaus International Ltd aimed at improving housing development in the country.

Bauhaus International Ltd is a housing and construction development company that operates mainly in Nigeria through its parent company, Bauhaus International Group. The company focuses on residential, commercial and mixed-use real estate projects, combining modern architectural design with sustainable construction practices.

Earlier this year, in January, Bauhaus International signed an agreement with the City of Kigali to build 892 housing units in Gahanga, a neighborhood in Kicukiro District.

The housing project will cover 12.8 hectares of land. Authorities say compensation for 121 landowners affected by the development is expected to cost about 7.9 billion Rwandan francs.

Residents whose properties are affected will have two options: they can receive new homes within the development under a rehousing program or opt for financial compensation.

The project is part of broader efforts by Rwanda to expand access to planned and affordable housing, particularly in the rapidly growing capital.

In September 2023, Rwanda, through the Rwanda Housing Authority, also signed an agreement with Bauhaus International to develop affordable housing in Kigali.

Bauhaus International is affiliated with Bauhaus International Incorporated, which is registered in New Jersey in the United States and supports broader housing and real estate development initiatives.