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Uganda: First Review Under the Policy Support Instrument (PSI)

Core Content Overview

This document outlines the First Review Under the Policy Support Instrument (PSI) for Uganda, which was conducted in late 2013. It includes the Staff Report, Informational Annex, and a Press Release. The report discusses Uganda's economic developments, program performance, and key policy areas such as fiscal and monetary policy, structural reforms, and infrastructure investment. It also highlights challenges and recommendations for future policy implementation.

Main Points

Economic Recovery and Inflation Trends

Growth has continued to recover from the 2011/12 low, driven by public investment, consumption, exports, and private investment in telecommunications.
Inflation has been on a downward trend, but was reversed in late 2013 due to a drought-driven food price shock, leading to a spike in headline inflation to 8% in October.
Core inflation reached 5.9% in the second half of 2013, still within the consultation band for the PSI.
Monetary policy was tightened in response to the shock, with the Bank of Uganda (BoU) raising the central bank rate (CBR) by 100 basis points to 12% in September.
The BoU has maintained exchange rate flexibility and sterilized interventions to stabilize the shilling.

Fiscal Policy and Program Performance

Fiscal policy has supported growth, with the overall deficit in FY2012/13 slightly more expansive than programmed.
The fiscal stance has been broadly consistent with the PSI program, but spending pressures need to be resisted.
Tax revenue remains low and is expected to increase gradually, with the PSI aiming for a 0.5% of GDP annual rise in the next three years.
Infrastructure investment is a key focus, with projects expected to boost growth and reduce the electricity deficit.

Infrastructure Investment

Two major hydropower projects, Karuma and Isimba dams, are planned to be constructed over five years, with an estimated total cost of $2.35 billion.
Road construction and oil-related infrastructure are also emphasized, with a $200 million investment for connectivity needed for oil production.
The World Bank supports these projects for their potential to lower production costs, enhance trade, and reduce poverty.
The financing modalities have shifted, with 85% of the projects to be funded by non-concessional borrowing (NCB) from China and 15% from government savings.
Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are being explored for road projects, which could reduce the reliance on NCB.
The NCB ceiling is expected to be increased from $1.5 billion to $2.2 billion to support the infrastructure program.

Challenges and Risks

Efficiency and transparency in managing infrastructure projects are crucial to mitigating fiscal risks.
Tax administration remains a challenge, with a VAT gap still significant, and compliance improvements are needed.
Civil service spending is a concern, with a two-year agreement to compensate workers for past inflation.
Political instability and governance weaknesses pose risks to the program’s success.

Structural Reforms

The first stage of BoU recapitalization was completed.
The treasury single account (TSA) was launched in October 2013.
The Public Finance Management Bill (PFMB) is under parliamentary discussion.
Integrated financial management systems (IFMS) and personnel systems (IPPS) are being upgraded to improve transparency and efficiency.

Key Recommendations

Avoid delays in implementing the revenue-enhancing strategy, including tax administration reforms.
Ensure transparency in the management of infrastructure projects, including publication of feasibility studies and contract terms.
Maintain fiscal discipline and resist spending pressures, especially in the context of current outlays.
Continue sterilizing monetary interventions to maintain interest rate flexibility and inflation targeting.
Ensure efficient implementation of the infrastructure program to avoid fiscal risks and debt sustainability issues.

Summary of Key Indicators

Indicator	FY2012/13	FY2013/14	FY2014/15	FY2015/16
Total Revenue and Grants	14.8%	15.1%	15.8%	15.8%
Revenue	13.2%	13.7%	14.3%	14.8%
Tax Revenue	12.6%	13.1%	13.6%	14.1%
Current Expenditures	10.5%	10.2%	10.6%	11.0%
Development Expenditures	7.6%	8.4%	8.1%	7.5%
Underlying Balance	-3.4%	-3.6%	-3.0%	-2.8%
Net Lending and Investment	0.7%	3.5%	2.1%	2.2%
Overall Balance	-4.1%	-7.1%	-5.1%	-5.1%
External Financing (Net)	2.6%	4.2%	3.9%	4.2%
Domestic Financing (Net)	1.3%	2.9%	1.3%	0.9%

Conclusion

The First Review Under the PSI was successfully completed, with positive program performance and support for increasing the NCB ceiling. The staff report acknowledges progress in monetary policy, fiscal management, and structural reforms, while emphasizing the need for continued efforts in tax administration, project implementation, and fiscal discipline. The economic outlook remains favorable, with growth expected to reach 6.25% in FY2013/14 and 6.5% in FY2014/15, supported by infrastructure investment and regional integration. The report also highlights the importance of maintaining credibility in inflation targeting and the role of transparency in ensuring effective use of public resources.