Self Help Housing Agency is a  programme meant to help the low income people. These programme has two components, which is SHHA LOAN IMPROVEMENT and TURN KEY LOAN.

·         SHHA LOAN IMPROVEMENT is meant to finish, renovate or extend the existing structure. The maximum is one can apply for is P45 000.

·         TURN KEY LOAN is P60 000. The council built the house a give the client a key.

Who qualifies

One must be:

a.       Be a citizen of Botswana

b.      Between 21 and 60 years of age

c.       Have income of not more than P3300.00 per monthly

d.      Certified copy of plot certificate

e.       Verification employment form(to be signed by the employer).

f.       Letter from next of kin if married.

g.      Certified copy of Omang for next of kin.

h.      Advise slip of plot holder.

i.        Certified copy of marriage certificate.

j.        Have an approved house plan

k.      Plot fenced, water connected and storage available (for TURN KEY project).

l.        For applicant more than 60 year must have a surety

m.    Verification self-employment forms (for self-employed citizens) signed by District Commisioner, Kgosi or police

How do I apply?

An applicant  is required to contact the SHHA office at Masunga  RAC  for site visit,  before one  can fill in the application form.

Method of payment

Applicants have three option to repay the loan

·         Deduction from the salary

·         Pay at the council revenue

·         Bank deposit/stop order.

Who can appoint a surety

·         The applicant

What qualifies  one to be a surety

·         A person between 21 and 60 years.

·         Be able to pay monthly installment on behalf of the applicant.

What are the requirements for book for inspections

All the stages of house construction shall be inspected by the North East District Council, SHHA.

Where Can I get more information?

The customer can obtain more information at NEDC, RAC, Masunga Office 101, or call 2489242, ext 233, or 0800 600 759.