The Kenyan government has revealed its plan to allocate part of the recently secured US$ 1.2 billion Development Policy Operations (DPO) loan from the World Bank to address an upcoming Eurobond repayment. With a portion of the Eurobond maturing on 24th June 2024, the government intends to utilize funds from the World Bank loan to fulfill this obligation, amounting to approximately US$ 500 million.
Earlier this year, Kenya initiated a tender offer to repurchase over US$ 1.4 billion of its US$ 2 billion Eurobond. The decision to utilize a portion of the DPO loan aligns with the World Bank’s objectives of fostering competitive markets, promoting inclusive labor practices, and enhancing climate action in Kenya.
Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Kamau Thugge has assured stakeholders that this utilization of the DPO loan will not impact the stability of the Kenyan Shilling. Thugge attributes the currency’s recent strength against major world currencies to market dynamics and an influx of foreign exchange inflows surpassing demand.
The Kenyan Shilling has demonstrated significant resilience in 2024, appreciating by 17 per cent against the United States Dollar, leading among African currencies. This performance is bolstered by increased foreign exchange inflows, effective monetary policies, and reforms in the foreign exchange market.
Furthermore, the CBK’s foreign exchange reserves, currently at US$ 6,979 million (equivalent to 3.63 months of import cover), provide a robust buffer against short-term shocks in the foreign exchange market.
As Kenya strategically manages its debt obligations, the decision to use the World Bank loan for Eurobond repayment underscores a commitment to fiscal prudence while safeguarding exchange rate stability amidst global economic fluctuations.
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By: Montel Kamau
Serrari Financial Analyst
7th June, 2024
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