How to start a money lending business in Zambia
In Zambia today, many people are struggling to access the credit they need. Over 60% of adults can’t get loans or use formal banking services, and the situation is even tougher in rural areas, where nearly 80% of people are excluded from financial services altogether. While Zambia’s economy has grown over the years, much of […]
Frequently asked questions on payments at Lendsqr
This article explains how cards are stored and charged, which providers power each transaction, how repayments flow into the borrower’s wallet, what happens when payments fail or get stuck, and the safeguards that ensure the entire process is accurate and traceable.
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. […]


