Property Valuation for compensation: Mogwalale village access road Goodhope
Posted on Sep 15, 2026 in
When a road is widened, the properties, structures and land bordering it often have to make way for the new alignment. Before that can happen, the affected owners are entitled to fair compensation — and that compensation has to be backed by a professional valuation. Our registered valuer, Darius Chifumba, recently completed exactly this kind of assignment: a compensation valuation for properties along the Mogwalale access road and in Mosi village, Goodhope, ahead of a road widening project.
Why Road Widening Requires a Compensation Valuation
Road widening projects are usually carried out by government or a roads authority to improve access, safety and traffic flow. But widening a road almost always means the road reserve has to expand, and land, boundary walls, fencing, trees, outbuildings or even parts of a main dwelling that fall within the new road reserve may need to be removed.Before any of that happens, the law requires that affected landowners be compensated fairly for what they stand to lose. That's where an independent, registered valuer comes in. A compensation valuation isn't the same as a valuation for a bond application or a sale — it has to account for:•The market value of the affected land or portion of land•The replacement or reinstatement cost of any structures, fencing, boreholes or improvements that will be lost•Loss of amenity, access or use where relevant•Any disturbance the affected party experiences as a result of the works
What the Mogwalale & Mosi Village Assignment Involved
For this assignment, Darius Chifumba carried out site inspections of the properties affected by the road widening along the Mogwalale access road and within Mosi village, Goodhope. This involved:•Identifying and measuring the portions of land and improvements falling within the new road reserve•Assessing the condition, size and replacement cost of any structures, walls or fencing affected•Researching comparable land values in Goodhope and the surrounding area to support the valuation•Preparing a valuation report suitable for submission to the responsible authority for compensation purposesBecause compensation valuations are often relied on by government departments, roads authorities and the affected landowners themselves, the report needs to be defensible, well-documented and grounded in sound valuation methodology — not just a figure on a page.
Why This Matters for Landowners in Goodhope and Beyond
Road infrastructure projects are ongoing across Botswana, and Goodhope, Mosi village and surrounding settlements are no exception. If you own land or a structure near a road earmarked for widening or realignment, it's worth knowing:•You are entitled to a fair, independent valuation before compensation is finalised•You do not have to accept a figure without understanding how it was calculated•A registered valuer can assess your property on your behalf and help you understand its true valueSam Associates' valuers are registered with the Real Estate Advisory Council (REAC) and the Valuation Surveyors Registration Board, and we carry out compensation valuations for individuals, families and businesses affected by road, pipeline and other infrastructure projects across Botswana — not just in Gaborone.
Need a Compensation Valuation?
If your property is affected by a road widening or other infrastructure project — in Goodhope, Mosi village, or anywhere else in Botswana — our registered valuers can assist with an independent valuation report for compensation purposes.Request a Valuation from Sam Associates →Sam Associates Botswana | Plot 184 Tlale House, Main Mall, Gaborone | +267 3907255 | customersvs@samassociates.co.bw
When a road is widened, the properties, structures and land bordering it often have to make way for the new alignment. Before that can happen, the affected owners are entitled to fair compensation — and that compensation has to be backed by a professional valuation. Our registered valuer, Darius Chifumba, recently completed exactly this kind of assignment: a compensation valuation for properties along the Mogwalale access road and in Mosi village, Goodhope, ahead of a road widening project.