A cultural view of loan defaults in Rwanda
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A cultural view of loan defaults in Rwanda

Any lasting reduction in default rates will depend not only on stricter systems but also on solutions that align with Rwanda’s social norms, communal values, and the realities of how households manage money under varying economic pressures.

How to get travel loans in South Africa
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How to get travel loans in South Africa

But something has been shifting. More and more South Africans are finding creative ways to make travel happen, saving in group stokvels, booking off-season, or, increasingly, taking out travel loans.

5 Profitable lending niches for lenders in 2026
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5 Profitable lending niches for lenders in 2026

The lending world is changing fast in 2026, and the most profitable opportunities now lie in specialized niches rather than traditional loan products. Demand is rising for focused, high-margin lending segments driven by new consumer needs, digital business models, and smarter risk assessment. In this article, we highlight five profitable lending niches that offer strong growth potential, less competition, and better returns.