IGC-BoU Policy Seminar: Why are lending rates high in Uganda?

The seminar is jointly organized by the Bank of Uganda (BoU) and the International Growth Centre (IGC). It is a high-level seminar that will be attended by several experts in the field both physically and online.

Discussion will cover the following areas:

• How interest rate spreads and lending rates in Uganda compare to other African countries;
• Factors that determine interest rate spreads and their impact;
• Policy actions to reduce interest rate spreads;

The public can follow and participate in the webinar/seminar through the Bank of Uganda’s online platforms; Facebook, Youtube and Twitter and through a live stream on UBCTv. The Bank believes that your contribution to this field is unparalleled and will help enhance policy.

IGC_ BOU Policy Seminar Program