How to get a lending license in Botswana
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How to get a lending license in Botswana

Getting a lending license in Botswana isn’t just about numbers and regulations; it’s about the people—the father trying to send his child to university, the entrepreneur wanting to open another branch, or the farmer needing equipment. The lending market in Botswana is at a fascinating intersection of opportunity and demand. There are currently 185 micro-lenders […]

Frequently Asked Questions on SACCO regulation in East Africa
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Frequently Asked Questions on SACCO regulation in East Africa

This article walks through the questions lenders and credit providers usually ask when trying to understand SACCO regulation in East Africa.

Where to get 1,000,000 leones quickly in Sierra Leone
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Where to get 1,000,000 leones quickly in Sierra Leone

How does someone in Sierra Leone get their hands on 1,000,000 leones quickly when they need it? The truth is, most people in the country could really use that kind of money, but it’s not easy to come by. The average Sierra Leonean earns about 500,000 leones a month (around $24), and with that, they’re […]