What you need to know about Nigeria’s Open Banking
Two years after the first Open Banking framework circular was released, the CBN issued operational guidelines for Open Banking on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, heralding a start for what many anticipated would bring about a much-needed change in financial services.
How to use Mono with Lendsqr for credit scoring
Mono is on a mission to power the digital economy in Africa, using open banking as a layer for financial data, identity data, and bank transfer payments for businesses.
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.