City Pastor Grace Lubega of Phaneroo Ministries International has refuted allegations circulating on social media suggesting it is involved in a land dispute with the Uganda Heart Institute in Naguru, describing the claims as misleading and without factual basis.
He said reports of tension between the two entities over land ownership and development in the area are inaccurate. It emphasized that engagements between stakeholders are ongoing and constructive.
The ministry explained that both Phaneroo and the Uganda Heart Institute are participating in discussions under the Naguru Medical Hub Development Masterplan, a government-led initiative intended to transform the area into a centre for advanced healthcare and research.
According to Phaneroo, the latest meeting—convened by the Uganda Land Commission on March 17, 2026—brought together representatives from both institutions, underscoring continued dialogue rather than conflict.
“It is not true that there is a deadlock when engagements are ongoing,” the statement noted.
Phaneroo also maintained that it lawfully acquired its land in Naguru and is not aware of any disputes regarding ownership. It added that, like any registered entity in Uganda, it has the legal right to acquire and develop property.
The ministry further pointed out that both parties have already made substantial investments in the area, with visible developments on the ground.
It clarified that matters related to land ownership and allocation fall under the mandate of the Uganda Land Commission, which remains the appropriate authority to address any concerns.
On infrastructure development, Phaneroo stated that road construction within the planned medical hub is being handled through a broader government planning framework involving multiple agencies, including the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Kampala Capital City Authority, and the National Planning Authority.
The ministry said it is neither responsible for overseeing these processes nor for any delays that may arise, noting that it is among stakeholders affected by the planned infrastructure.
“It would be inaccurate to attribute delays in the Heart Institute’s developments to Phaneroo, as we are not in charge of that process,” the statement said.
Phaneroo also indicated that it is not aware of any critical installations located on its land, apart from sections earmarked for planned road networks.
The ministry criticized what it described as attempts to portray it as obstructing national development, warning that such narratives undermine constructive engagement.
It reaffirmed its commitment to working with government bodies and neighbouring institutions to support the successful implementation of the Naguru Medical Hub project.
