BANK OF CHINA (ZAMBIA) LIMITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2016

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1 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2016

2 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTENTS PAGE Report of the directors 1-2 Independent auditor s report 3 5 Statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income 6 Statement of changes in equity 7 Statement of financial position 8 Statement of cash flows 9 Notes to the financial statements Computation of capital position Appendix I - III

3 REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS The Directors have pleasure of presenting their Annual Report together with the audited financial statements. Directors - Mr Nie Lin - Chairperson - Mr Zhou Jian Jun - Managing Director and Executive Director - Mr Luo Nan Resigned 10 th October Ms Yan Bing- Appointed 10 th October Mr Chita Chibesakunda - Mr Song Guolin Bank Secretary - Mr Liu Xiao Fei - Resigned 23 rd February Mr Zhang Youxian - Appointed 23 rd February 2017 Auditors - Ernst & Young Principal activity The principal activity of the Bank continues to be commercial banking in its widest aspect and the promotion of banking related services. Review of business As at 31 December 2016 the bank had total deposits of K 5,221 million and advances to customers of K 363 million as against the corresponding figures of K3,299 million and K406 million respectively for the previous year. The bank maintained sufficient liquidity in the year. Investments in Treasury Bills were K554 million at 31 December 2016, as against K549 million for the year ended 31 December Profit before tax The bank earned a profit before tax of K138.7 million compared to a profit of K107.9 million for the year ended 31 December Dividends The Board is recommending a dividend of K44.62 million for the year ended 31 December 2016 (2015: K34.75 million). The bank has authorised, issued and fully paid up share capital of K460,580,000 comprising 9,490,000 (2015: 9,490,000) ordinary shares of K48.53 each. Auditors Ernst & Young, the bank s auditors retire at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. As they have indicated their willingness to continue in office, a resolution for their re-appointment will be submitted to the Annual General Meeting. 1

4 REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS Responsibility of directors in respect of preparation of financial statements The Bank s directors are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements of Bank of China Zambia Limited, comprising the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2016 and statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and the notes to the financial statements, which include a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes, in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards, the Banking and Financial Services Act, 1994 (as amended) and the Companies Act, The directors responsibility includes: designing, implementing and monitoring internal controls relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances. The directors responsibility also includes maintaining adequate accounting records and an effective system of risk management. The directors have made an assessment of the Bank s ability to continue as a going concern and have no reason to believe the business will not be a going concern in the year ahead. Approval of the financial statements The financial statements of the Bank as indicated above, were approved by the directors on and are signed on its behalf by: Director Director Director 2

5 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF BANK OF CHINA (ZAMBIA) LIMITED Opinion We have audited the financial statements of Bank of China Zambia Limited set out on pages 6 to 51, which comprise the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2016, and the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Bank of China Zambia Limited as at 31 December 2016, and its financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of the Companies Act of Zambia, 1994 and the Banking and Financial Services Act, 1994 (as amended). Basis for Opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Bank in accordance with the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (IESBA Code) and other independence requirements applicable to performing audit of Bank of China Zambia Limited. We have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the IESBA Code, and in accordance with other ethical requirements applicable to performing the audit of Bank of China Zambia Limited. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. Other Information The directors are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the Directors Report as required by the Companies Act of Zambia and the Banking and Financial Services Act, 1994 (as amended). The other information does not include the financial statements and our auditor s report thereon. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express an audit opinion or any form of assurance conclusion thereon. In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information; we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. 3

6 Responsibilities of the Directors for the Financial Statements The directors are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of the Companies Act of Zambia and the Banking and Financial Services Act, 1994(as amended), and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the Bank s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the Bank or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Bank s financial reporting processes. Auditor s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also: Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Bank s internal control. Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the directors. Conclude on the appropriateness of the directors use of the going concern basis of accounting and based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Bank s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Bank to cease to continue as a going concern. Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation. We communicate with the directors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit. 4

7 Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements As required by the Companies Act of Zambia section 173(3) we report to you, based on our audit, that: a) we have obtained all the information and explanations which to the best of our knowledge and belief were necessary for the purposes of our audit; b) in our opinion proper books of accounts, other records and registers have been kept by the Bank, so far as appears from our examination of those books and registers; and c) the Bank s statement of financial position and profit and loss account are in agreement with the books of account. As required by Section 64(2) of the Banking and Financial Services act,1994 (as amended), we report that in our opinion: a) We have obtained all information and explanations which to the best of our knowledge and belief were necessary for the purposes of our audit; b) We are not aware of any transaction that has been within the powers of the Bank or which was contrary to the Act; c) The Bank has complied with the provisions of this Act and the regulations, guidelines and prescriptions under this Act; and d) There is no non-performing or restructured loan owing to the Bank whose principal amounts exceeds 5% of the regulatory capital of the Bank. Ernst & Young Chartered Accountants The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor s report is; Mike Musonda 2017 Partner Lusaka Practicing Certificate Number: AUD/F

8 BANK OF CHINA (ZAMBIA) LIMTED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Note K'000 K'000 Interest income Loans and advances 18,571 15,169 Treasury bills 152, ,305 Deposits with banks 17,020 11,514 Total interest income 187, ,988 Interest expenses On deposits (2,078) (2,657) On Foreign currency loans (3,916) (2,446) Net interest income 181, ,885 Add: Non-interest income ,482 22,028 Operating income 216, ,913 Less: Operating expenses 26 (97,221) (74,983) Profit before net exchange gains 119,096 91,930 Net exchange gains 25 19,573 16,000 Profit before tax 4 138, ,930 Income tax expense 5 (49,418) (38,419) Profit for the year 89,251 69,511 Other comprehensive income Net other comprehensive income - - Total comprehensive income 89,251 69,511 The notes on pages 10 to 51 form part of these financial statements. 6

9 BANK OF CHINA (ZAMBIA) LIMTED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (Note 16) (Note 17) Share Statutory Retained capital reserves earnings Total K'000 K'000 K'000 K'000 Balance at 1 January ,580 64,339 70, ,289 Profit for the year ,511 69,511 Total comprehensive income ,511 69,511 Dividends for (27,083) (27,083) Transfer to statutory reserves - 34,755 (34,755) - Balance at 31 December ,580 99,094 78, ,717 Balance at 1 January ,580 99,094 78, ,717 Profit for the year ,251 89,251 Total comprehensive income ,251 89,251 Dividends for (34,755) (34,755) Transfer to statutory reserves - 44,625 (44,625) - Balance at 31 December , ,719 87, ,213 The notes on pages 10 to 51 form part of these financial statements. 7

10 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION as at 31 December 2016 Note K'000 K'000 Assets Cash on hand 6 37,723 50,243 Balances with central bank 7 1,197, ,801 Cash and short term funds at non-group banks 8 1,663,701 1,204,437 Treasury bills 9 553, ,798 Cash and short term funds-group banks , ,565 Due from group banks 11 1,584,659 1,184,760 Loans and advances-customers , ,371 Other assets ,003 84,468 Investments Property and equipment 15 7,377 8,578 6,057,687 4,675,425 Equity Share capital , ,580 Statutory reserves ,719 99,094 Retained earning 17 87,914 78, , ,717 Liabilities Due to other banks 18 78, ,452 Demand and savings deposits 19 5,170,298 3,151,830 Time deposits 20 50, ,332 Income tax payable 5 5,087 3,119 Other liabilities 21 60, ,343 Deferred income tax ,365,474 4,037,708 6,057,687 4,675,425 These financial statements were approved by the board of directors on.. and signed on its behalf by: Mr. Nie Lin Mr. Zhang Youxian Mr. Zhou Jian Jun Mr. Chita Chibesakunda Chairperson Bank Secretary Managing Director Director The notes on pages 10 to 51 form part of these financial statements. 8

11 STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS Note K'000 K'000 Cash flows from operating activities Profit before tax 138, ,930 Increase in statutory deposits 7 (235,131) (371,661) Depreciation 15 1,691 1,778 Net exchange gains 25 (19,573) (16,000) Withholding tax deducted at source 5 (20,560) (14,218) Increase in other assets (15,535) (28,679) Increase/(decrease) in other liabilities (58,716) 45,919 Increase in customer deposits 1,921, ,221 Decrease/(increase) in loans and advances to customers 42,390 (67,794) (Decrease)/increase in balances due to other banks (537,242) 563,916 Net cash flows from operating activities 1,217,979 1,014,412 Tax paid 5 (27,119) (29,525) Cash flows from investing activities Acquisition of treasury bills 9 (644,092) (548,798) Proceeds from treasury bills 9 638, ,211 Purchase of equipment 15 (491) (2,378) Net cash flows used in investing activities (5,650) (5,965) Cash flows from financing activities Dividend paid (34,755) (27,083) Movement in cash and cash equivalents Net cash flow 1,150, ,839 Effects of exchange rate movements 19,611 15,831 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 2,851,350 1,883,680 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 23 4,021,416 2,851,350 The notes on pages 10 to 51 form part of these financial statements. 9

12 1. Principal Activity The bank is engaged in the business of commercial banking in its widest aspect and the provision of related financial services. 2. Significant Accounting Policies Statement of compliance The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) adopted by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and comply with the Banking and Financial Services Act of 1994 (as amended) and the Companies Act Basis of Financial Statements Preparation The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services. The Bank presents its statement of financial position in order of liquidity from most liquid to least liquid. The financial statements are presented in Zambian Kwacha ( Kwacha ), which is the Bank s functional currency and rounded to the nearest thousand Fair values Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique in estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Bank takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability if market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. In addition, for financial reporting purposes, fair value measurements are categorised into Level 1, 2 or 3 based on the degree to which the inputs to the fair value measurements are observable and the significance of the inputs to the fair value measurement in its entirety, which are described as follows: Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date; Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability 10

13 2. Significant Accounting Policies The principal accounting policies are set out below: 2.2 Revenue recognition interest and similar income expense Interest income is recognized as it accrues taking account of the principal outstanding and the rate applicable. Interest income and expense include the amortization of any discount or premium or other differences between the initial carry amount of an interest bearing instrument and its amount at maturity on an effective interest rate basis. Loans and other facilities are recognized when a binding obligation has been entered into. Commitment, facility and loan fees are recognized according to the nature of service provided. Fee and commission income in respect of loans and advances is amortised over the period of the expected life of the facility. Effective interest rate The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial asset or a financial liability and of allocating the interest income or interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments or receipts through the expected life of the financial instrument or, when appropriate, a shorter period to the net carrying amount of the financial asset or financial liability. The calculation of the effective interest rate includes all fees paid or received between parties to the contract that are an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and all other premiums or discounts. Once a financial asset or a group of similar financial assets has been written down as a result of an impairment loss, interest income is recognised using the rate of interest that was used to discount the future cash flows for the purpose of measuring the impairment loss. Fees and commission income Fees and commissions are generally recognised on an accrual basis when the service has been provided. Loan commitment fees for loans that are likely to be drawn down are deferred (together with related direct costs) and recognised as an adjustment to the effective interest rate on the loan. Loan syndication fees are recognised as revenue when the syndication has been completed and the Bank has retained no part of the loan package for itself or has retained a part at the same effective interest rate as the other participants. Commission and fees arising from negotiating, or participating in the negotiation of, a transaction for a third party such as the arrangement of the acquisition of shares or other securities, or the purchase or sale of business are recognised on completion of the underlying transaction. 11

14 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.3 Significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions In the process of applying the bank s accounting policies, management has exercised judgment and estimates in the amounts recognised in the financial statements. The most significant uses of judgment and estimates are as follows: Going concern The bank s management has made an assessment of the bank s ability to continue as a going concern and is satisfied that the bank has the resources to continue in business for the foreseeable future. Furthermore, management is not aware of any material uncertainties that may cast significant doubt upon the bank s ability to continue as a going concern. Therefore, the financial statements continue to be prepared on the going concern basis. Impairment losses on loans and advances The bank reviews individually its significant loans and advances at each reporting date to assess whether an impairment loss should be recorded in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. In particular, management judgment is required in the estimation of the amount and timing of future cash flows when determining the impairment loss. These estimates are based on assumptions about a number of factors and actual results may differ, resulting in future changes to the allowance. Loans and advances are assessed individually to determine whether provision should be made. The assessment takes account of data from the loan portfolio (such as levels of arrears, credit utilization, loan to collateral ratios, etc.), and judgments to the effect of concentrations of risks and economic data. The impairment loss on loans and advances is disclosed in more detail in Note

15 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.4 Financial Instruments Initial recognition and subsequent measurement. i) Date of recognition All financial assets and liabilities are initially recognised on the trade date, i.e., the date that the bank becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. ii) Classification The classification of financial instruments at initial recognition depends on the purpose and the management s intention for which the financial instruments were acquired and their characteristics. When applicable the Bank classifies financial assets at fair value through profit and loss; loans and receivables; held to maturity assets; and available- for- sale assets 31 December 2016 Assets as per statement financial position Held for trading Loans and receivables Held to maturity Other amortised cost Available for sale Carrying value Assets K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 Cash on hand ,723-37,723 Balances with central - Bank - - 1,197,378-1,197,378 Cash and short term funds at non-group bank ,663,701-1,663,701 Treasury bills , ,957 Cash and short term funds-group banks , ,543 Due from bank accounts ,584,659-1,584,659 Loans and advances - 363, ,982 Other assets , ,003 Investments Total - 363, ,957 5,132, ,050,310 Liabilities Due to other banks ,210-78,210 Demand and saving deposits ,170,298-5,170,298 Time deposits ,848-50,848 Other liabilities ,627-60,627 Total ,359,983-5,359,983 13

16 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.4 Financial Instruments (Continued) ii) Classification 31 December 2015 Assets as per statement financial position Held for trading Loans and receivables Held to maturity Other amortised cost Available for sale Carrying value Assets K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 K 000 Cash on hand ,234-50,234 Balances with central Bank , ,801 Cash and short term funds at non-group - bank - - 1,204,437-1,204,437 Treasury bills , ,798 Cash and short term funds-group banks , ,565 Due from bank - accounts - - 1,184,760-1,184,760 Loans and advances - Other assets - 406, , ,468-84,468 Investments Total - 406, ,798 3,711, ,666,838 Liabilities Due to other banks , ,452 Demand and saving deposits ,151,830-3,151,830 Time deposits , ,332 Other liabilities , ,343 Total ,043,957-4,043,957 14

17 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.4 Financial Instruments (Continued) iii) iv) Initial measurement of financial instruments All financial instruments are measured initially at their fair value plus transaction costs, except in the case of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded at fair value through profit or loss. Subsequent to initial recognition all financial liabilities other than derivatives are measured at amortised cost.financial liabilities measured at amortised cost are Due to other banks, demand, savings and time deposits, and other liabilities. Held to maturity financial investments Held-to-maturity assets (Government bonds and Treasury Bills) are financial assets with fixed or determinable payments and fixed maturity that the bank has the intent and ability to hold to maturity. After initial measurement held to maturity financial investments are subsequently measured at amortised cost, less impairment. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees that are an integral part of the effective interest rate (EIR). The amortisation is included in Interest income in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. The losses arising from impairment of such investments are recognised in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income line Operating expenses. If the bank were to sell or reclassify more than an insignificant amount of held to maturity investments before maturity (other than in certain specific circumstances), the entire category would be tainted and would have to be reclassified as available for sale. v) Loans and receivables Amounts due from banks and loans and advances are created by the bank providing money to a debtor other than those created with the intention of short term profit making. They comprise loans and advances to banks and customers. After initial measurement, amounts Due from banks and Loans and advances to customers are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR, less allowance 15

18 2. Significant accounting policies (continued) 2.4 Financial Instruments (continued) Initial recognition and subsequent measurement (Continued) v) Loans and Borrowings (continued) for impairment. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees and costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The amortisation is included in Interest income in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income in Operating expenses. Accrued interest arising from treasury bills are included under accrued income Derecognition of financial assets and financial liabilities (i) Financial assets A financial asset (or, where applicable a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is derecognised when: The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired. The bank has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party; and either: the bank has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or the bank has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset. When the bank has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from an asset or has entered into a pass through arrangement, and has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset nor transferred control of the asset, the asset is recognised to the extent of the bank s continuing involvement in the asset. In that case, the bank also recognises an associated liability. The transferred asset and the associated liability are measured on a basis that reflects the rights and obligations that the bank has retained. Continuing involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the transferred asset is measured at the lower of the original carrying amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that the bank could be required to repay. (ii) Financial liabilities A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. Where an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as a derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference between the carrying value of the original financial liability and the consideration paid is recognised in profit or loss. 16

19 2. Significant accounting policies (continued) 2.4 Financial Instruments (continued) Offsetting of financial assets and financial liabilities Financial Assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount reported in the statement of financial position if, and only if, there is currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognized amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously Equity Investments Available-for-sale investments include equity investments. Equity investments classified as available-for-sale are those which are neither classified as held for trading nor designated at fair value through profit or loss. After initial measurement, available-for-sale financial investments are subsequently measured at fair value. Unrealised gains and losses are recognized directly in OCI in the available-for-sale reserve. Investments in equity instruments that do not have a quoted price in an active market and whose fair value cannot be reliably measured is measured at cost. The entity does not intend to dispose of the financial instruments as this investment was a direction by the Central Bank for all Banks to hold a stake in the clearing house. 2.5 Impairment of financial assets The bank assesses at each reporting date whether there is any objective evidence that a financial asset or a group of financial assets is impaired. A financial asset or a group of financial assets is deemed to be impaired if, and only if, there is objective evidence of impairment as a result of one or more events that has occurred after the initial recognition of the asset (an incurred loss event ) and that loss event (or events) has an impact on the estimated future cash flows of the financial asset or the group of financial assets that can be reliably estimated. Evidence of impairment may include indications that the borrower or a group of borrowers is experiencing significant financial difficulty, the probability that they will enter bankruptcy or other financial reorganization, default or delinquency in interest or principal payments and where observable data indicates that there is a measurable decrease in the estimated future cash flows, such as changes in arrears or economic conditions that correlate with defaults i) Financial assets carried at amortised cost For financial assets carried at cost (such as amounts due from banks, loans and advances to customers as well as held to maturity investments), the bank assesses individually whether objective evidence of impairment exists for financial assets that are individually significant. If there is objective evidence that an impairment loss has been incurred, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced through the use of an allowance account and the amount of the loss is recognised in profit or loss. Interest income continues to be accrued on the reduced carrying amount and is accrued using the rate of interest used to discount the future cash flows for the purpose of measuring the impairment loss. The interest income is recorded as part of Interest income. 17

20 2. Significant accounting policies (continued) 2.5 Impairment of financial assets (continued) i) Financial assets carried at amortised cost (continued) Loans together with the associated allowance are written off when there is no realistic prospect of future recovery and all collateral has been realised or has been transferred to the bank. If, in a subsequent year, the amount of the estimated impairment loss increases or decreases because of an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, the previously recognised impairment loss is increased or reduced by adjusting the allowance account. If a future write off is later recovered, the recovery is credited to the Operating expenses. Subsequent recoveries are also applied in terms of Banking and Financial Services Act. Under the Banking and Financial Services Act, interest on loans and advances is accrued to income until such time as reasonable doubt exists about its collectability. Thereafter and until all or part of the loan is written off, interest continues to accrue on the customers accounts, but is not included in income. Such interest suspended is deducted from loans and advances. The carrying amount of the bank s other assets are reviewed at each statement of financial position date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such exists, the asset s recoverable amount is estimated. An impairment loss is recognized in profit and loss whenever the carrying of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. 2.6 Employee Benefits The bank contributes to the statutory scheme in Zambia namely National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) which is a defined contribution plan where the bank pays an amount equal to the employees contributions. Employees contribution is 5% of their gross earnings or maximum of K per month during the year Contributions to NAPSA are recognized in statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. The Bank has no further commitments or obligations to the scheme. Short-term employee benefits are recognised in the period of service and are measured on an undiscounted basis. Short-term employee benefits paid in advance are treated as prepayments and are expensed over the period of the benefit. 18

21 2. Significant accounting policies (continued) 2.7 Property and Equipment 2.8 Tax Items of property and equipment are stated at the lower of historical cost and recoverable amount less accumulated depreciation. Expenditure on repairs and maintenance of property and equipment made to restore or maintain future economic benefits expected from the asset is recognized as an expense when incurred. Property and equipment are depreciated using the straight line method to write the gross book value of the various assets over the period of their expected useful lives at the following annual rates: Buildings 3.33% Motor vehicles 20% Furniture and fittings 20% Computers 20% Property and equipment are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset s fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating units). The Bank capitalises property and equipment based on nature and value of the item. Property and equipment is derecognised on disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition of the asset (calculated as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset) is recognised in other operating income in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income in the year the asset is derecognised. Current tax Current tax assets and liabilities for the current and prior years are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from, or paid to, the taxation authorities. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted, or substantively enacted, by the reporting date in the countries where the Bank operates and generates taxable income. Current income tax relating to items recognised directly in equity is recognised in equity and not in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. Management periodically evaluates positions taken in the tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulations are subject to interpretation and establishes provisions where appropriate. 19

22 2. Significant accounting policies (continued) 2.8 Tax (continued) Deferred tax Deferred tax is provided on temporary differences at the reporting date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting purposes. Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences, except: Where the deferred tax liability arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss In respect of taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, where the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences can be controlled and it is probable that the temporary differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future. The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilised. Unrecognised deferred tax assets are reassessed at each reporting date and are recognised to the extent that it becomes probable that future taxable profit will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current and deferred taxes are recognised as income tax benefits or expenses in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income except for tax related to the fair value re-measurement of available-for-sale assets, foreign exchange differences and the net movement on cash flow hedges, which are charged or credited to OCI. These exceptions are subsequently reclassified from OCI to the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income together with the respective deferred loss or gain. The Bank also recognises the tax consequences of payments and issuing costs, related to financial instruments that are classified as equity, directly in equity. The Bank only off-sets its deferred tax assets against liabilities when there is both a legal right to offset and it is the Bank s intention to settle on a net basis. 20

23 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.9 Dividends Dividends are recognised as a liability in the period in which they are approved by the shareholders Fiduciary activities The bank acts in a fiduciary capacity that results in the holding of assets on behalf of individuals and other institutions. These assets are excluded from these financial statements as they are not assets of the bank Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash in hand and balances with the Bank of Zambia, placements with local banks, bank balances held and balances due to group companies and non-group companies Foreign currencies Transactions in foreign currencies are translated at the foreign exchange rate ruling at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies, which are stated at historical cost, are translated at the foreign exchange rate ruling at that date. Foreign exchange differences arising on transaction are recognised in profit or loss and other comprehensive income. Non-monetary assets that in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the spot exchange rates as at the date of recognition. Non-monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated using the spot exchange rates measured at the date when the fair value was determined Credit-related commitment risks- Financial guarantees In the ordinary course of business, the bank gives financial guarantees, consisting of letters of credit, guarantees and acceptances. Credit-related commitment risks are initially recognized in the financial statements (within Margin Deposits ) at fair value, being the premium received. Subsequent to initial recognition, the bank s liability under each guarantee is measured at the higher of the amount initially recognized less, when appropriate, cumulative amortization recognized in profit or loss and other comprehensive income, and the best estimate of expenditure required to settle any financial obligation arising as a result of the guarantee. Any increase in the liability relating to financial guarantees is recorded in the statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income in Operating expense. The premium received is recognized in profit or loss and other comprehensive income in non-interest income on a straight line basis over the life of the guarantee. 21

24 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.14 New and amended Standards and Interpretations New standards and interpretations effective in 2016 Various amendments have been made to the standards and these amendments have become effective in the current period. None of the amendments have had an impact on the financial statements of the Bank. These include an amendment to IFRS 10,IFRS 12 and IAS 28 Investment Entities: Applying the Consolidation Exception-Amendments to IFRS 10,IFRS 12 and IAS, IFRS 10 and IAS 28 Sale or Contribution of Asset between an Investor and its Associate or Join Venture Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28, IFRS 11 Accounting for Acquisitions of Interests in Joint Operations Amendments to IFRS 11, IFRS 14 Regulatory Deferral Accounts, IAS 1 Disclosure Initiative Amendments to IAS 1, IAS 16 and IAS 38 Clarification of Acceptable Methods of Depreciation and Amortisation Amendments to IAS 16 and IAS 38, IAS 16 and IAS 41 Agriculture: Bearer Plants - Amendments to IAS 16 and IAS 41, IAS 27 Equity Method in Separate Financial Statements Amendments to IAS 27, IAS 7 Disclosure Initiative Amendments to IAS 7 IAS 16 and IAS 38 Clarification of Acceptable Methods of Depreciation and Amortisation -Amendments to IAS 16 and IAS 38, IAS 16 and IAS 41 Agriculture: Bearer Plants Amendments to IAS 16 and IAS

25 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.14 New and amended Standards and Interpretations New standards and interpretations not yet effective in 2016 IFRS 9 Financial Instruments Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January Classification and measurement of financial assets All financial assets are measured at fair value on initial recognition, adjusted for transaction costs, if the instrument is not accounted for at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL).Debt instruments are subsequently measured at FVTPL, amortised cost, or fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI), on the basis of their contractual cash flows and the business model under which the debt instruments are held. There is a fair value option (FVO) that allows financial assets on initial recognition to be designated as FVTPL if that eliminates or significantly reduces an accounting mismatch. Equity instruments are generally measured at FVTPL. However, entities have an irrevocable option on an instrument-by instrument basis to present changes in the fair value of nontrading instruments in other comprehensive income without subsequent reclassification to profit or loss. Classification and measurement of financial liabilities For financial liabilities designated as FVTPL using the FVO, the amount of change in the fair value of such financial liabilities that is attributable to changes in credit risk must be presented in Other Comprehensive Income. The remainder of the change in fair value is presented in profit or loss, unless presentation in other comprehensive income of the fair value change in respect of the liability s credit risk would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss. All other IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement classification and measurement requirements for financial liabilities have been carried forward into IFRS 9, including the embedded derivative separation rules and the criteria for using the FVO. Impairment The impairment requirements are based on an expected credit loss (ECL) model that replaces the IAS 39 incurred loss model. The ECL model applies to debt instruments accounted for at amortised cost or at FVOCI, most loan commitments, financial guarantee contracts, contract assets under IFRS 15 and lease receivables under IAS 17 Leases. In determining the appropriate period to measure ELCs, entities are generally required to assess based on either 12-months or lifetime ECL, depending on whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition (or when the commitment or guarantee was entered into). For some trade receivables, a simplified approach may be applied whereby the lifetime expected credit losses are always recognised. 23

26 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.14 New and amended Standards and Interpretations (continued) New standards and interpretations not yet effective in 2016 (continued) IFRS 9 Financial Instruments (continued) Hedge accounting Hedge effectiveness testing is prospective, without the 80% to 125% bright line test in IAS 39, and, depending on the hedge complexity, will often be qualitative. A risk component of a financial or non-financial instrument may be designated as the hedged item if the risk component is separately identifiable and reliably measureable. The time value of an option, any forward element of a forward contract and any foreign currency basis spread can be excluded from the hedging instrument designation and can be accounted for as costs of hedging. More designations of groups of items as the hedged item are possible, including layer designations and some net positions. Early application is permitted for reporting periods beginning after the issue of IFRS 9 on 24 July 2014 by applying all of the requirements in this standard at the same time. Alternatively, entities may elect to early apply only the requirements for the presentation of gains and losses on financial liabilities designated as FVTPL without applying the other requirements in the standard. The application of IFRS 9 may change the measurement and presentation of many financial instruments, depending on their contractual cash flows and the business model under which they are held. The impairment requirements will generally result in earlier recognition of credit losses. The new hedging model may lead to more economic hedging strategies meeting the requirements for hedge accounting. It will be important for entities to monitor the discussions of the IFRS Transition. In 2015 the Bank s head office set up the IFRS 9 project implementation team ( the Team ) to prepare an adoption plan for the standard across all the branches. In 2016, a model was designed and plans are underway to improve the system to accommodate the policy change. The new system will be tested in 2017 in readiness for full adoption in

27 2. Significant Accounting Policies (Continued) 2.14 New and amended Standards and Interpretations (continued) New standards and interpretations not yet effective in 2016 (continued) IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers IFRS 15 replaces all existing revenue requirements (IAS 11 Construction Contracts, IAS 18 Revenue, IFRIC 13 Customer Loyalty Programmes, IFRIC 15 Agreements for the Construction of Real Estate, IFRIC 18 Transfers of Assets from Customers and SIC 31 Revenue Barter Transactions Involving Advertising Services) in IFRS and applies to all revenue arising from contracts with customers. It also provides a model for the recognition and measurement of sales of some non-financial assets including disposals of property, equipment and intangible assets. The standard outlines the principles an entity must apply to measure and recognise revenue. The core principle is that an entity will recognise revenue at an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services to a customer. The standard will not have an impact on the Bank. IAS 7 Disclosure Initiative Amendments to IAS 7 The amendments to IAS 7 Statement of Cash Flows are part of the IASB s Disclosure Initiative and help users of financial statements better understand changes in an entity s debt. The amendments require entities to provide disclosures about changes in their liabilities arising from financing activities, including both changes arising from cash flows and non-cash changes (such as foreign exchange gains or losses). On initial application of the amendment, entities are not required to provide comparative information for preceding periods. Early application is permitted. The amendments are intended to provide information to help investors better understand changes in an entity s debt. The impact of the standard on the Bank will result in enhanced disclosures. The impact on the Bank will not be significant. IFRS 2 Classification and Measurement of Share-based Payment Transactions Amendments to IFRS 2 This standard does not have an effect on the Bank as it does not have share based payments. 25