- IMF support and proactive measures by the Rwandan government contribute to successful repayment, aided by $63 million from the Special Drawing Rights allocation.
- Despite global shocks, Rwanda successfully repays $400 million Eurobond, reducing default risk and demonstrating financial resilience.
- Lower interest rates and strategic debt management strategies enable Rwanda to reduce the debt load and manage interest payments, contributing to successful repayment.
Despite pressure on Rwanda’s finances brought on by ongoing global shocks linked to the prolonged impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and the appreciation of the US dollar, Rwanda has successfully repaid its $400 million Eurobond.
The whole payment, which was due this week, was successfully completed, according to information obtained by The EastAfrican, a media outlet that focuses on East African news.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) was able to provide finance, which allowed the government to save money, according to representatives of Rwanda’s Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning.
CREDIT: BUSINESS INSIDER AFRICA