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Gov’t Lays New Strategies Against Chocking Debt Burden

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The government of Uganda finds itself at a critical juncture as it grapples with a pounding debt crisis that has cast a shadow over the nation’s economic stability.

In response to this pressing issue, the government is racing against time and has embarked on a series of measures aimed at effectively managing and curbing the country’s escalating debt levels.

Appearing before the Committee on Presidential Affairs, the Minister of State for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development (General Duties), Henry Musasizi, underscored the significance of exercising control over borrowing.

The gravity of the situation, he says, becomes apparent when considering that the country’s total public debt stock reached a staggering US$21.74 billion by December 2022.

Aware of the urgent need for a remedy, now the government has set forth a strategic plan that prioritizes targeted borrowing for sectors that contribute to the nation’s economic growth.

According to Musasizi, borrowing should be targeted towards key sectors including irrigation, electricity, transportation (with a particular emphasis on roads and railways), and information and communications technology (ICT).

By channelling resources towards these crucial sectors, the government aims to stimulate economic development and ensure that borrowed funds are utilized effectively.

However, to achieve this objective, the government has shifted its focus towards securing more concessional loans rather than relying heavily on commercial loans, a move intended to alleviate the burden of debt and pave the way for sustainable financial progress.

The minister has further expressed that contracting concessional loans enables us to minimise the strain on our financial resources and foster a more favourable borrowing environment.

Furthermore, the government aims to restrain domestic borrowing, with the ultimate objective of reducing it to less than one percent of the GDP in the medium term, as stated by the minister, which is vital for maintaining stability in the domestic economy.

To bolster revenue generation, the government will enhance the implementation of its strategy for mobilizing domestic revenue.

According to Musasizi, the government has also taken steps to exercise control over and reduce government expenditure.

Regarding the proposed borrowing for the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP) of up to US$600 million, the minister explained that this borrowing initiative will support a crucial development program while adhering to our debt management strategies.

However, Musasizi mentioned that a portion of the US$600 million loan has not yet received approval from the President.

Tasked with explaining the absence of the President’s approval, the committee chairperson, Jessica Ababiku, granted the committee one week to produce the President’s letter, emphasizing the need to avoid erroneously approving a loan.

“We will proceed with the approved portion while awaiting clarification. We are unaware of the reason for the lack of approval,” Ababiku asserted.

Musasizi pleaded with the committee to process the loan while awaiting the President’s letter, expressing his confidence that the President will provide clearance next week.

“As for the French loan, we are still awaiting the President’s letter of approval. The letter we currently possess pertains to the World Bank loan. However, I am certain that the President will grant clearance next week,” he assured.

Analysts

According to political and financial analysts, the government’s efforts to reduce the debt burden are commendable, given the escalating public debt crisis. 

However, it is disheartening to note that the country continues to suffer from uncontrolled plundering of state resources and continued loan mismanagement.

Patricio Kalema, a financial analyst in Masaka, says the mismanagement and corruption have undermined the potential for saving the country from excessive borrowing.

And if state resources were effectively utilized and protected from exploitation, Kalema explains that the need for borrowing could have been significantly reduced.

The analyst further explains that the misappropriation of state resources not only exacerbates the debt crisis but also hampers the overall development and progress of the country. 

It erodes public trust, undermines economic growth, and perpetuates a cycle of dependency on external financial assistance.

While the government’s efforts to reduce the debt burden are crucial, it is equally imperative to address the underlying issue of mismanagement and corruption.

Implementing robust measures to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective governance of state resources should be a top priority. 

By doing so, Kalema emphasises, the government can not only alleviate the burden of debt but also foster an environment conducive to sustainable economic growth and development.

“It is essential for the government to tackle both fronts simultaneously, implementing debt reduction strategies while actively combating the plundering of state resources,” he states.

Only through a comprehensive approach can the country hope to break free from the cycle of excessive borrowing and pave the way for a financially secure and prosperous future according to the analyst.

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