We’re giving our lending tech away for free to non-profits and DFIs
If you’re a non-profit or development finance institution (DFI), tt should be easier to run a lending program if you're already doing the hard part of reaching people most others won’t.
Open banking in Africa: Continental progress made as of 2025
In London or Sydney, open banking was about breaking up bank monopolies. In Africa, it’s about building the pipes. Basic ones. The kind that lets people send money, access credit, or even check a bank balance without friction. Here, open banking isn’t just a policy play, it’s a workaround. A way to fill gaps that […]
What is Lendsqr, and how does it work?
So what is Lendsqr, and how does it work? What makes Lendsqr the go-to platform for lending? Explore its key features and how they can help you build a thriving loan business.
Earn extra income by helping businesses access better lending solutions
If you have a knack for making connections and helping businesses succeed, the Lendsqr Affiliate Program is your chance to monetize that talent.
Why Lendsqr is Africa’s most affordable loan management software
The end-to-end loan management software that’s rewriting the rules for lenders globally by offering enterprise-grade features without the enterprise-grade costs.
How Lendsqr is using AI to transform its processes
Lendsqr, like many forward-thinking companies, has embraced AI to transform several aspects of our operations. Let's take a closer look at three key areas where AI has made a significant impact
How to get a student loan in the US as an African immigrant?
Navigating student loans in the U.S. as an African immigrant feels like a complex process. In this guide, we'll help borrowers understand the ins and outs of American finance to aid them in their loan application.
How Africans can use MPower to finance their student loans in the US and Canada
If you’re serious about studying in the U.S. or Canada, this article is an in-depth exploration of how African students can effectively access MPOWER loans, what the process truly entails, and the often-overlooked details that can make the difference between approval and delay.
BNPL vs. traditional loans: What works best for US immigrants?
BNPL and traditional loans aren’t inherently good or bad for immigrants, the real challenge is navigating systems that weren’t designed with their realities in mind. What matters most isn’t which product you pick today, but how each decision fits into a broader plan to build autonomy and survive in the U.S. economy, and own your place in it.
MPowa Finance vs Wonga – which is the best in South Africa
The truth is that neither is perfect. MPowa is strict but fast. Wonga is flexible but requires proof. Choosing between them isn’t about which app sounds better, but which one fits your financial reality?
How to reduce loan defaults in Liberia: Best strategies for lenders
When we talk about loan defaults in Liberia, what usually comes to mind is poverty or bad borrowers. But beneath the surface, there are ignored factors that quietly make things worse. In this article, we explored the reasons behind Liberia’s loan default challenge and workable strategies that lenders can use to protect their portfolios while still empowering the people they serve.
Where to get loans in Zambia without collateral
Getting a loan in Zambia shouldn’t require land titles, paperwork from 1997, or begging your employer for a letter. Thankfully, several modern lenders are offering clean, fast, no-collateral loans to help Zambians access credit without drama. With over 60% of Zambians still don’t have access to formal credit, there are just more than enough Zambians […]
How Open Banking will transform Credit in Nigeria: Audience Q&A
We had a vibrant turnout at our recent webinar, “How Open Banking will transform Credit in Nigeria,” with dozens of questions from professionals across banking, fintech, and policy. Below is a detailed Q&A covering everything from payments and privacy to infrastructure and cross-border insights. Whether you missed the session or want to dive deeper, here’s […]
How Open Banking will transform Credit in Nigeria
On May 29, 2025, Lendsqr hosted an illuminating webinar titled “How Open Banking will transform Credit in Nigeria.” With over 100 attendees from Nigeria’s fintech, banking, and consulting sectors, this session brought together two global experts: Chris Michael, CEO of Ozone API and current lead on several open finance initiatives, and Ladi Asuni, Partner & […]
Programu 5 Bora za Mikopo ya Ksh 5,000 Nchini Kenya
Wakenya wengi hupata chini ya Ksh 50,000 kwa mwezi, huku wastani wa mapato ya kila mwezi ukiwa Ksh 20,123. Ili kuelewa hali hii vizuri, kuishi kwa starehe nchini Kenya siku hizi kunahitaji takriban Ksh 150,000 kwa mwezi. Hii inaonyesha kuwa idadi kubwa ya Wakenya huishi kwa bajeti finyu na huenda wakapata ugumu wa kukidhi mahitaji […]
Uburyo 5 bwo Kwigaragaza nk’Umugurizabikorwa Utandukanye mu Rwanda
U Rwanda rwahinduye amateka yarurangwagamo n’ibikomere rukaba kimwe mu bihugu bifite iterambere ryihuse muri Afurika, bigaragarira mu mahame arugenga no mu bushake bwo kwiyubaka. Dushingiye ku bunararibonye dufite mu nganda z’imari, twasanze u Rwanda ari ahantu heza ho gukorera inguzanyo hifashishijwe ikoranabuhanga. Imiyoborere myiza n’iyubahirizwa ry’amategeko bigaragara mu Rwanda bituma habaho icyizere ku isoko ry’imari. […]
