How to get started as a lender in South Africa
Thabo noticed a troubling pattern in his community. People were stuck in a relentless cycle of debt, borrowing from mashonisas (Local name for unregistered lenders) ) at crippling interest rates. Despite their sky-high fees, the residents had little choice. Formal credit options were scarce, and when cash ran low, shady lenders seemed to be the […]
A cultural view of loan defaults in Namibia
From 2019 to 2024, Namibia has witnessed growing household borrowing alongside a noticeable rise in defaults
Why you should digitize your Ajo lending business
Digitizing your Ajo lending business can transform how you manage contributions, track loans, and engage members. Moving from manual records to digital tools improves transparency, reduces errors, and makes it easier to monitor repayments in real time. It also enhances trust among members while allowing you to scale operations more efficiently. In an increasingly digital world, embracing technology is no longer optional, it’s key to running a more reliable and sustainable Ajo system.
