How to get started as a lender in Malawi
Raheem stood before his almost empty stall, hands akimbo, his mind racing. Just last week, he had to turn away eager customers because he couldn’t afford to restock. It’s a familiar scene: vibrant market stalls filled with potential, yet many vendors lack the capital to thrive. This is where you come in. Imagine not just […]
Effective loan collections for lenders in Kenya
The Kenyan lending space is unique. Mobile loans are a good opportunity for millions, yet they also come with high default rates.
A cultural view of loan defaults in Kenya
Executive summary From 2019 to 2024, Kenya experienced a steady rise in personal and consumer loan defaults, driven not just by economic challenges, but deeply rooted cultural behaviors, social expectations, and shifting attitudes towards debt. While formal banks, microfinance institutions, and mobile lenders expanded access to credit, repayment struggles mirrored longstanding cultural and communal dynamics. […]