How to get started as a lender in South Africa
Thabo noticed a troubling pattern in his community. People were stuck in a relentless cycle of debt, borrowing from mashonisas (Local name for unregistered lenders) ) at crippling interest rates. Despite their sky-high fees, the residents had little choice. Formal credit options were scarce, and when cash ran low, shady lenders seemed to be the […]
How the bad debt expense formula helps lenders track risk
What starts as a basic calculation of bad debt becomes a useful tool to guide decisions across the lending cycle.
A Guide to Nigeria’s Financial Ecosystem: Players, Services, and Regulators
The Nigerian financial industry is a vast and complex landscape that can be challenging to navigate, even for experienced professionals. For fintechs looking to enter this market, understanding the intricacies of the financial ecosystem is crucial to success. However, with so much information to sift through, it can be daunting to know where to start.
