Table 2.8 PFM reform matrix: Constraints to reform
Performance indicator or dimension PEFA score Main weaknesses identified Underlying causes  
PI-1 D Aggregate expenditure outturns exceed original budget by more than 20% in the last three years.

Overly optimistic economic and fiscal projections

Unavailable economic and fiscal forecasting models

Lack of capacity in economic and fiscal forecasting

Political involvement in setting fiscal projections

 
PI–2.2 D Significant variation in budget composition by function undermines the predictability and availability of budget allocations to key service delivery agencies