Published on 11/07/2025
On Friday, July 11, 2025, The Living Group (TLG) celebrated a key milestone with the official soft opening of The Vista Naguru—a 31-unit residential development nestled on the serene hills of Naguru.
More than just a showcase of architectural excellence, the event offered a moment to reflect on the group’s broader vision for transformative housing development in Uganda.
Festivities began with a community prayer ceremony, honouring a spiritual tradition that the founders hold dear. “We always do one prayer when we begin and one when we finish,” said Sheena Ruparelia, one of the founding members. “We acknowledge that construction disrupts the environment, from people to insects, so we ask for forgiveness and blessings for everyone who will be part of the space going forward.”
Founded five years ago by Rajiv Ruparelia, Meera Ruparelia, Raj sakaria, and Sheena Ruparelia, TLG has quickly become a serious contender in Uganda’s real estate sector.
Their debut project, Bukoto Living, was completed and fully sold out, paving the way for The Vista Naguru. This latest development offers a mix of two, three, four, and even five-bedroom apartments, each crafted with a commitment to affordable luxury.
With only 31 units, it balances exclusivity with community-oriented design, targeting Uganda’s emerging middle and upper-middle income earners.
The apartments, priced between UGX 350 million and UGX 700 million depending on size and purchase stage, reflect the group’s ethos of delivering high-end finishes at market-conscious prices. “Uganda is facing a serious housing deficit,” Sheena explained. “We came into this market to offer quality homes at affordable prices, but never compromising on standards.”
What distinguishes TLG’s approach is their emphasis on vertical, community-driven living. “The scarcity of land means we must build upwards,” Sheena noted. “We’re moving away from detached homes to vertical apartment blocks, but always with community in mind.”
At The Vista, this philosophy materializes through shared amenities such as a rooftop bicycle track, walking trails, a communal bar area, and spaces for children to play and families to gather. These are not just buildings; they are intentionally designed environments for connection and lifestyle.
Equally telling was TLG’s commitment to giving back to the local community. Moved by the sight of young children carrying heavy jerrycans to fetch water, the team decided to fund the construction of a borehole closer to the village.
“We saw them struggling, and we thought of our late partner, what he would have done. So we made the decision on the spot. We consulted the local leaders and made sure the borehole will always remain free for community use,” she shared, adding that all the relevant agreements had already been signed.
The Vista Naguru is built as a condominium property, meaning every buyer will receive a land title registered with the Ministry of Lands, an arrangement TLG says is both transparent and empowering. “Ownership is very clear. Once you purchase, that title is yours. You can live in it, rent it, or sell it. And we work to ensure the value of the apartment will hold or even appreciate over time,” they said.
While acknowledging the high costs of construction in Uganda especially the steep prices of raw materials, the developers emphasized their priority is long-term quality. “Yes, materials are expensive, but we build for the future. Our finishings are meant to last, and our structures to stand the test of time,” Sheena affirmed.
Despite the challenges, they remain confident that Uganda’s financial landscape is evolving in a way that will empower more citizens to invest in property. “Mortgages are becoming more accessible. Today, you can get a 10-year mortgage, but we believe that 15, 20, even 30-year options will soon become the norm.”
As the country’s middle class grows and Ugandans increasingly prioritize long-term investment over short-term luxury, TLG hopes to stay at the forefront of this transformation. “People are realizing that owning a home offers more than comfort, it brings family stability, financial security, and a sense of belonging. That’s what we aim to deliver.”
The soft opening drew a crowd of residents, stakeholders, and guests, with community members receiving donations including shoes for over 500 children in the area.
The event’s impact extended far beyond numbers, it signified not just the launch of a housing project, but the promise of a new way of living thoughtfully built, community-minded, and deeply Ugandan at its core.
