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. […]
How to track and reduce your loan portfolio’s delinquency rate
The delinquency rate measures the share of loans in your portfolio that are past due. In simple terms, it’s the percentage of loans with missed payments (often defined as 30, 60 or 90 days late).
Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments gateways for lenders in Kenya
Financial inclusion in Kenya has made remarkable strides, largely driven by the rapid adoption of online loans. The ease and accessibility of digital lending solutions through payment gateways in Kenya and credit bureaus have created a new frontier for millions of Kenyans previously excluded from traditional financial services. Mobile money has been a game changer […]