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Tokenisation & Blockchain
5 September 2025
6 min read

What Does It Mean to Own a Tokenised Property Share?

“Owning a token is like holding a digital land key — simple, secure, and yours.”

Ghanaian family and professional holding digital property tokens linked to a stylised map of Ghana.

LandLedger Insight Team

Published on 5 September 2025

Picture This
Six friends pool money to buy land in Kumasi. Instead of each person struggling to afford a full plot, they agree to share ownership. Everyone’s share is written down, respected, and passed on. Tokenisation works the same way — only here, your share is represented digitally, secured by blockchain, and backed by legal structures.


What Is a Tokenised Property Share?
A tokenised property share is a digital proof that you own part of a property. Instead of needing to buy an entire house or plot of land, tokenisation lets you own a fraction. Each fraction is represented by a token — a secure, digital certificate that cannot be faked or altered.
Think of it as a “digital title deed,” recorded on the blockchain for transparency and accountability.

How It Works in Ghana
With LandLedger, every property is held in a special company, known as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). When you own a token, you hold beneficial interest in that company — and by extension, the property.

This means:
Local investors can start small, sometimes from as little as GH₵2,400 (approx. $250).

Diaspora investors gain trusted access without the risk of land disputes or informal arrangements.

Why Blockchain Matters
In Ghana, property disputes often arise because documents are missing or duplicated. Blockchain reduces this risk by creating an unchangeable, transparent record.

Key benefits:

  • Every token is linked to a specific property.
  • Ownership records cannot be tampered with.
  • Transfers are traceable and secure.

What It Means for Investors


For Ghanaians at Home
Tokenisation lowers the barrier to entry. You don’t need millions of cedis to start — you can begin small, gradually build your portfolio, and benefit from property appreciation.


For the Diaspora
It creates a safe bridge back home. Instead of relying on relatives or middlemen, your ownership is recorded digitally and legally. That means peace of mind, transparency, and direct participation in Ghana’s growth.

Quick Takeaways

  • Tokens represent fractional ownership of real estate.
  • Each token is backed by property via an SPV.
  • Blockchain ensures security, transparency, and trust.
  • Both locals and diaspora can start investing from small amounts — as little as GH₵2,400 (approx. $250).

Glossary

  • SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle): A company created to own and manage one property.
  • Blockchain: A secure digital ledger where records cannot be changed or deleted.
  • Token: A digital certificate of ownership stored on blockchain.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Tokenisation makes ownership more transparent, but it does not remove normal property risks.
  • Property values may rise or fall.
  • Projects can face delays.
  • Regulations are still evolving in Ghana.

The Bottom Line
Tokenisation is making real estate ownership in Ghana more open, transparent, and within reach. Every token is tied to real land, real homes, and real opportunity.

Want to learn more? Join the Waitlist and be part of Ghana’s next property innovation.

Compliance & Disclaimer


Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, an offer, or a solicitation to invest. LandLedger does not currently issue or sell tokens. Our platform is in development and we are actively engaging with regulators including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bank of Ghana (BoG). Future participation will require regulatory compliance and appropriate KYC/AML checks

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