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Niger—Assessment Letter for the African Development Bank Summary

Core Content

This document outlines the economic and financial assessment of Niger under the Enhanced Credit Facility (ECF) program of the African Development Bank (AfDB) as of October 18, 2012. It discusses the country's economic outlook, program implementation, structural reforms, and fiscal and monetary indicators for the period 2009–2013.

Economic Outlook

• 2012 Growth: The economy is projected to grow by 12.5%, driven by the start of oil production and a favorable harvest.
• 2013 Growth: Real GDP growth is expected to reach 6.5%, supported by continued investment in the natural resource sector.
• Inflation: Headline consumer price inflation is expected to remain stable and below the regional convergence criteria of 2% by end-2012, despite upward pressures on domestic food prices, which rose by 4% in August 2012.

ECF Program Implementation

• The new three-year ECF arrangement was approved by the AfDB Board on March 16, 2012, with total access equivalent to SDR 78.96 million (120% of quota).
• Program Performance:
  • All end-June quantitative performance criteria were met except for the non-concessional borrowing criterion.
  • A CFAF 50 billion non-concessional loan from the Republic of Congo caused a breach in this criterion; the government is renegotiating the terms.
• Budget Execution:
  • Delays in the investment budget execution led to a revenue shortfall of about CFAF 42 billion (1.1% of GDP) in 2012.
  • A revised budget proposal for 2012 is being prepared to reflect the lower revenue and expenditure levels.
  • The domestic financing and reduction of domestic payment arrears performance criteria were met.

Structural Reforms

• The structural reform agenda has experienced delays, particularly in customs administration reforms and gasoline exports.
• The government is working on quarterly budget reports on a commitment, payment order, and payment basis, which were due in May and August 2012.
• Expenditure Monitoring: Expenditure not authorized in advance exceeded the 5% threshold of committed expenditure, but monitoring has been strengthened.
• Treasury Account: Progress has been made in establishing a single Treasury account, including an inventory of bank accounts held by government entities.
• Customs Revenue: The government plans to assign tax identification numbers to all known importers in 2013, a measure initially scheduled for end-June 2012.

Fiscal and Monetary Indicators

Revenue and Expenditure

• Total Revenue: Increased significantly in 2012 and is projected to continue growing in 2013.
• Total Expenditure and Net Lending: Rose in 2012 and is expected to remain elevated in 2013.
• Current Expenditure: Fluctuated in 2012 but is projected to stabilize.
• Capital Expenditure: Increased in 2012 and is expected to decline slightly in 2013.

Government Finances

• Basic Balance (excluding grants): Improved from negative values in 2009–2011 to -0.7% of GDP in 2012.
• Overall Balance (including grants): Remained negative but improved to -2.5% of GDP in 2012.
• Fiscal Policy: The government is working to raise domestic revenue and build up reserves at the BCEAO to improve budget execution and resilience.

Gross Investment and Savings

• Gross Investment: Increased in 2012 and is expected to decline slightly in 2013.
• Non-Government Investment: Rose in 2012 and is projected to decrease in 2013.
• Government Investment: Increased in 2012 and is expected to decrease in 2013.
• Gross National Savings: Improved in 2012 and is projected to remain stable in 2013.
• Non-Government Savings: Increased significantly in 2012 and is expected to remain elevated in 2013.
• Domestic Savings: Improved in 2012 and is projected to increase in 2013.

External Sector

• Exports (F.O.B.): Rose sharply in 2012 and are expected to decline slightly in 2013.
• Non-Uranium Exports: Increased in 2012 and are expected to decline in 2013.
• Imports (F.O.B.): Increased in 2012 and are expected to decline in 2013.
• Terms of Trade: Deteriorated in 2012 and is expected to remain stable in 2013.

Key Risks and Challenges

• Regional Security: The capture of northern Mali by rebel forces and terrorist activity in Nigeria have negatively impacted Niger's security environment.
• Climatic Shocks: Devastating floods in August 2012 are expected to affect rice production.
• Program Delays: Delays in the execution of the structural reform agenda and customs administration reforms have affected program performance.

Next Steps

• A program review mission is scheduled for early November 2012 to discuss the 2013 budget and progress in reinstating the structural reform program.
• The government is preparing a revised budget proposal for 2013, taking into account the lower revenue and expenditure levels from 2012.
• The implementation of the action plan to address customs revenue shortfalls is expected to be a key focus in the coming months.

Conclusion

Niger's economic outlook for 2012 and 2013 is positive, driven by the start of oil production and continued investment in natural resources. However, security and climatic risks remain a concern. While the ECF program has been implemented with some success, delays in structural reforms and revenue shortfalls have affected performance. The government is working to address these challenges and improve budget execution and fiscal resilience.