Rwanda proposes new policy on bank capitalisation

The banking regulator, National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) headquarters in Kigali. PHOTO | NMG

Banks in Rwanda may soon come under pressure to increase their core capital if proposals by the central bank are enforced.

A draft policy circulated to all banks in September, which is meant to strengthen liquidity in the sector, is awaiting review up by the National Bank of Rwanda BNR board.