The forthcoming meeting is expected to put Ssegawa and Dr. Lugero’s competing documents under scrutiny as the Lands Ministry seeks to establish the lawful status of the disputed property and determine what, if any, compensation may be due.

Research indicates that land conflicts are a major issue in Uganda, affecting around 33-50% of landholders. With these conflicts, the social stability and economic development of the country can be threatened, as agriculture accounts for a large portion of the country's labor force and GDP. Over 90% of domestic disputes in Uganda are related to land conflicts.