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Oriven Trust Asset Management is a professional Ugandan asset management company established to serve Ugandans in the Diaspora (UK, USA, Canada, Europe and beyond) who own or wish to acquire property, farmland, businesses or other assets in Uganda. The company's core mission is to be the most trusted, professionally managed, and fully transparent asset management partner in Uganda — solving the chronic and damaging problem of mismanagement, fraud and neglect that Diaspora asset owners face.
To provide Ugandans in the Diaspora with a professionally managed, fully transparent, legally accountable asset management service — so they can own, develop and benefit from their Ugandan assets with complete confidence, regardless of where in the world they live.
To be Uganda's number one trusted asset management company for the Diaspora — recognised for uncompromising integrity and measurable results across all four regions of Uganda and in the United Kingdom by 2030.
Uganda's Diaspora remittances exceed USD 1.2 billion annually. A significant portion of this is directed toward property purchase, construction, farming and business investment. However, the vast majority of Diaspora investors have no reliable, professional management structure in place. The consequences include:
There is currently no nationally-established, multi-regional, professionally-branded asset management company in Uganda specifically targeting the Diaspora. Oriven enters a highly underserved market with a clear first-mover advantage in professional branding, legal documentation, and regional coverage — now further strengthened by our UK branch.
| Service | Revenue Model | Target Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Property & Rental Management | % of monthly rent collected | 8–12% of rent value |
| Farming & Agricultural Management | Monthly retainer + % of harvest sales | UGX 300,000–1,500,000/mo |
| Construction Oversight | Fixed project fee or % of construction budget | 5–8% of project value |
| Land Acquisition & Due Diligence | Fixed service fee | UGX 500,000–2,000,000 |
| Business Management | Monthly management retainer | UGX 800,000–3,000,000/mo |
| Vehicle & Equipment Management | Monthly retainer | UGX 150,000–500,000/mo |
This is the company's headquarters and primary hub. Central Uganda has the highest density of Diaspora-owned assets — urban apartments, commercial properties, businesses and residential homes. The head office in Kampala will oversee Central operations and national administration.
Eastern Uganda is characterised by significant agricultural potential — maize, rice, tea, sugarcane and fish farming. Many Diaspora families originate from this region, with inherited land and family compounds requiring professional oversight.
Western Uganda is Uganda's most productive agricultural region — tea, coffee, dairy, matooke and livestock. It is also home to Uganda's tourism corridor. Properties and farms here command high values and require active professional management.
Post-conflict recovery has created significant land documentation challenges in the North. Oriven's services here focus on land recovery, documentation, and customary rights support — working closely with district land offices and LC structures.
The UK branch serves as the primary diaspora-facing office for Ugandans across Britain and Europe. Services include client onboarding, KYC collection, consultation calls, and ongoing client relationship management — with all operational work coordinated through the Uganda head office.
| Item | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Active Clients | 40–60 | 100–150 | 200–300 |
| Projected Revenue (UGX) | 120–200M | 350–500M | 700M–1.2B |
| Staff Count | 8–12 | 20–30 | 40–60 |
| Regional Offices | 2 (Kampala + 1) | 4 (all regions) | 4 + district agents |
| Marketing Focus | UK & Kampala launch | US, Canada, Europe expansion | All Diaspora markets |
| Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|
| Staff misconduct or fraud | Staff bonds, background checks, dual-signature systems, regular audits |
| Client disputes | Comprehensive written agreements, dispute resolution clause, independent arbitration |
| Land title fraud | Mandatory land registry search before any transaction, LC verification required |
| Regulatory changes | Ongoing legal counsel, ULS-registered advocate on retainer |
| Cash flow gaps | Advance service fees, client operational cost deposits |
| Reputation risk | Professional indemnity insurance, client charter, transparent reporting |
Version 1.0 | Effective: January 2025 | To be read in conjunction with the Service Agreement
In these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:
2.1 Oriven agrees to provide only those services explicitly stated in the signed Service Agreement. Any additional services must be agreed in a written amendment signed by both parties.
2.2 Oriven acts as agent and manager on behalf of the Client. Oriven does not take ownership of any Client asset at any point.
2.3 Oriven reserves the right to engage verified Third Parties to fulfil specific aspects of the service, with the Client's prior consent.
3.1 The Client must provide complete, accurate, and truthful information about all assets to be managed, including proof of ownership and any existing encumbrances.
3.2 The Client must complete and pass all KYC (Know Your Client) verification requirements before any service commences.
3.3 The Client is responsible for all Operational Costs associated with the management of their asset.
3.4 The Client must provide written authorisation for any action above the scope defined in the Service Agreement.
3.5 The Client must respond to Oriven communications within 5 business days. Prolonged non-response may result in service suspension.
3.6 The Client must not instruct any third party in relation to the managed asset without informing Oriven in writing.
4.1 Oriven will provide services with reasonable professional skill and care, in accordance with these Terms and the Service Agreement.
4.2 Oriven will maintain full written records of all activities, transactions, correspondence and decisions relating to each Client's asset.
4.3 Oriven will provide regular written progress reports at the frequency agreed in the Service Agreement (minimum: monthly).
4.4 Oriven will remit any collected income to the Client within the agreed timeframe, after deducting agreed management fees.
4.5 Oriven will not enter into any transaction on behalf of the Client that exceeds the authority granted without prior written Client approval.
4.6 Oriven will maintain the confidentiality of all Client information in accordance with Clause 9 of these Terms.
5.1 The Management Fee payable to Oriven is as specified in the Service Agreement and the Fee Schedule.
5.2 Management Fees are due monthly in advance unless otherwise agreed in writing.
5.3 Operational Costs are invoiced separately as they arise, with supporting receipts.
5.4 Oriven will not advance Operational Costs except in agreed emergency circumstances, to be reimbursed within 14 days.
5.5 Failure to pay Management Fees within 30 days of the due date will result in suspension of all services.
5.6 Oriven will issue a receipt for every payment received.
5.7 All fees are quoted in Uganda Shillings (UGX) unless otherwise stated. Exchange rate risk for international clients is borne by the Client.
6.1 The Service Agreement commences on the date of signing by both parties and continues for the duration specified therein.
6.2 Either party may terminate the Agreement by giving 60 days' written notice.
6.3 Oriven may terminate immediately if: (a) the Client provides false information; (b) the Client fails to pay fees after formal notice; (c) the Client engages in fraudulent or illegal activity.
6.4 Upon termination, Oriven will provide a full handover report and return all Client documents.
6.5 Advance fees for future periods will be refunded on a pro-rata basis.
7.1 Oriven shall not be liable for any loss arising from: (a) force majeure; (b) inaccurate information provided by the Client; (c) Third Party actions or failures; (d) acts of government or courts; (e) natural disasters or civil unrest.
7.2 Oriven's total liability shall not exceed the total management fees paid by the Client in the preceding 12 months.
7.3 The Client shall indemnify Oriven against claims arising from false information or pre-existing undisclosed disputes.
8.1 Disputes shall first be attempted through good-faith negotiation within 30 days.
8.2 If negotiation fails, the dispute shall be referred to mediation through a mutually agreed licensed mediator in Uganda.
8.3 If mediation fails, the dispute shall be referred to arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act (Uganda) Cap 4. The seat of arbitration shall be Kampala, Uganda.
8.4 These Terms are governed by the laws of Uganda.
9.1 All staff, agents and contractors engaged by Oriven sign confidentiality agreements as a condition of engagement.
9.2 Client information will never be shared with any third party without explicit written consent, except where required by Ugandan law or necessary to provide the contracted services.
9.3 This confidentiality obligation survives termination of the Service Agreement indefinitely.
10.1 Oriven complies with the Anti-Money Laundering Act (Uganda) and Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) guidelines.
10.2 Clients must provide: (a) valid government-issued photo ID; (b) proof of address; (c) proof of asset ownership; (d) any other documentation required by applicable law.
10.3 Oriven reserves the right to decline or terminate any engagement where it has reasonable grounds to suspect illegal or suspicious activity.
11.1 Oriven processes Client personal data in compliance with Uganda's Data Protection and Privacy Act 2019.
11.2 Client data is collected, stored and processed only for the purpose of providing the agreed services.
11.3 Clients have the right to request access to, correction or deletion of their personal data held by Oriven.
By signing the Service Agreement, the Client confirms they have read, understood and agreed to these Terms & Conditions in their entirety. Oriven confirms it will perform services in accordance with these Terms and the five principles of Integrity, Objectivity, Professional Competence, Confidentiality and Professional Behaviour.
The following forms are used during the client onboarding process. All forms must be completed in full, signed, and returned with supporting documentation. Forms may be completed digitally or in print.
All fields marked * are mandatory. This form must be accompanied by certified copies of all identity documents listed in Section C.
Please tick and attach certified copies of the following:
Complete one form per asset. If you have multiple assets, please request additional copies.
| Income Type | Amount (UGX) | Date Received | From Whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | |||
| Item | Amount (UGX) | Receipt? | Authorised By |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ Yes ☐ No | |||
| ☐ Yes ☐ No | |||
| Total Expenditure | |||
This Agreement is entered into on the _______ day of __________________, 20_____, between:
Oriven Trust Asset Management Ltd, registered in Uganda under the URSB, with registered office at _________________________, Kampala, Uganda ("Oriven")
— AND —
Name: _______________________________________________
Passport/ID No.: _______________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________
Email: _______________________ Phone: _______________________
(hereinafter referred to as the "Client")
| Asset No. | Description | Location | Title / Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | |||
| 2 | |||
| 3 |
☐ Property & Rental Management
☐ Farming & Agricultural Management
☐ Construction Oversight
☐ Land Acquisition & Documentation
☐ Business Setup & Management
☐ Vehicle & Equipment Management
| Fee Item | Amount (UGX) | Frequency | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Management Fee | Monthly | 1st of each month | |
| Onboarding / Setup Fee | Once | Upon signing | |
| % of Income Collected | ____% of income | Monthly | With remittance |
| Operational Cost Deposit | Quarterly advance | Upon signing |
The Client hereby authorises Oriven to:
Witnessed by: ___________________________ Signature: ___________________________ Date: ____________
Oriven operates within Uganda's established legal, governmental and professional framework. The following parties are essential to our operations and are engaged as needed depending on the client's service requirements.
| Institution | Role in Oriven's Services | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) | Business registration, company searches, trademark registration | Regulatory |
| Ministry of Lands, Housing & Urban Development | Land title verification, land transfers, valuation services | Regulatory |
| Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) | Tax compliance, rental income tax, business taxes | Compliance |
| Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) | AML compliance, KYC requirements, suspicious transaction reporting | AML |
| Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) | Business licences, property rates, Central region operations | Licensing |
| District Local Councils | Local land administration, rates, building approvals | Local Gov |
| Ministry of Agriculture (MAAIF) | Agricultural extension support, farming registration | Advisory |
| Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) | Oversight of licensed insurance providers engaged for client assets | Regulatory |
The Local Council (LC) system is critical to land management in Uganda. Oriven works with all three levels:
| Level | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| LC1 | Village Council | Boundary confirmation, neighbour verification, local witness letters |
| LC2 | Parish Council | Dispute resolution, land records at parish level |
| LC3 | Sub-County Council | Land committee matters, customary tenure confirmation |
| Party | Qualification Required | Services Used For |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Land Surveyor | Registered with Ministry of Lands | Boundary demarcation, area measurement, cadastral surveys |
| Registered Advocate | Uganda Law Society (ULS) member | Title transfer, lease drafting, Power of Attorney, court matters |
| Licensed Property Valuer | Institute of Surveyors of Uganda | Property valuation for insurance, sale or mortgage |
| Certified Accountant | CPA Uganda / ICPAU | Financial reporting, URA returns, income statements |
| Agricultural Extension Officer | Ministry of Agriculture registered | Farm planning, crop advisory, soil assessment |
| Licensed Insurer | IRA Uganda licensed | Property, crop, vehicle and liability insurance |
| Type | Role |
|---|---|
| Commercial Banks (Stanbic, Centenary, DFCU, Equity) | Client income collection, Oriven operational accounts, international remittance |
| Mobile Money (MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money) | Field payment collections, small expense settlements |
| International Remittance (Wise, Western Union, MoneyGram) | Remitting client income to Diaspora bank accounts worldwide |
Oriven builds partnerships with Ugandan community organisations in key Diaspora markets:
Version 1.0 | 2025 | All prices in Uganda Shillings (UGX) unless stated. Subject to annual review. UK clients may be quoted in GBP — contact our London office.
| Item | Amount (UGX) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Client Onboarding & KYC Processing | 150,000 | Identity verification and file setup |
| Asset Assessment & Initial Report (per asset) | 250,000 – 500,000 | Includes site visit and photographic report |
| Agreement Preparation & Legal Review | 200,000 | Service Agreement drafting |
| Service | Fee Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Property Management | 8–10% of monthly rent collected | Minimum UGX 200,000/month |
| Tenant Finding & Vetting | One month's rent (one-off) | Includes background check & lease drafting |
| Lease Renewal Management | UGX 150,000 | Per renewal |
| Property Condition Report | UGX 100,000 – 250,000 | Photos and written assessment |
| Maintenance Supervision | 10% of contractor cost | Client pays contractor directly |
| Vacant Property Monitoring | UGX 200,000/month | Bi-weekly visits + monthly report |
| Service | Fee Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Farm Management Retainer | UGX 350,000 – 1,500,000/month | Based on farm size and crop type |
| Harvest Sale Management | 5% of gross harvest sale value | On top of monthly retainer |
| Labour Hiring & Supervision | Included in retainer | Client pays worker wages directly |
| Agricultural Extension Advisory | UGX 300,000 – 600,000 | Per engagement (3rd party cost extra) |
| Service | Fee Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Land Title Verification & Registry Search | UGX 400,000 – 800,000 | Registry fees are Operational Costs (extra) |
| LC Verification & Site Visit | UGX 300,000 | Includes LC coordination |
| Boundary Survey Coordination | UGX 250,000 | Surveyor fee is Operational Cost (extra) |
| Full Due Diligence Package | UGX 1,500,000 | All of the above + full written report |
| Transfer Coordination (with advocate) | UGX 500,000 + advocate fees | Advocate quoted separately |
| Service | Fee Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Supervision (full project) | 5–8% of total construction budget | Min. UGX 2,000,000 per project |
| Contractor Vetting & Shortlisting | UGX 500,000 | Includes 3 contractor quotations |
| Progress Reports + Site Visits | Included in project fee | Photos + written updates |
| Service | Fee Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Business Registration (URSB) | UGX 600,000 + URSB fees | Includes name search and filing |
| Monthly Business Management | UGX 1,000,000 – 3,500,000/month | Based on business size and complexity |
| Monthly Financial Report | Included in management fee | Income, expenditure, reconciliation |
| URA Tax Filing (quarterly) | UGX 400,000 per filing | Government filing fees extra |
Before any land transaction is completed on behalf of a client, the following must be verified:
| Tool | Primary Use |
|---|---|
| WhatsApp Business | Primary client communication channel |
| Zoom / Google Meet | Client consultation and review calls |
| Google Drive (client folders) | Secure storage of all client documents and photos |
| Oriven Business Email | Formal correspondence and report delivery |
| CRM System | Client database, follow-up tracking and reporting |
| GPS Camera App | Timestamped, location-tagged site photographs |
| Online Banking / Mobile Money | Income collection and remittance tracking |
| oriventrust.com Portal | Client enquiries, document access and information |
Oriven's greatest asset is trust — earned through radical transparency, professional documentation, consistent delivery, and our dual-country presence. Every positive client experience is a marketing story. Every report sent on time, every shilling remitted accurately, every photo of a well-maintained farm is proof that Oriven is different. Word of mouth within the Ugandan diaspora community is extremely powerful — one satisfied client can bring five more.