Concerns raised over expired development leases

2026-01-31 - 20:37

Concerns have been raised over the expiry of development leases for informal settlements. During a parliamentary Standing Committee hearing, Permanent Secretary for Housing Manasa Lesuma confirmed that the Ministry currently holds 48 development leases, of which approximately 14 have expired. He says consultations are ongoing with the iTaukei Land Trust Board and landowning units to