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 […]
Key providers for lenders in Tanzania: Credit scoring, KYC, and payment
In this article, we’ll explore some of the key players driving this transformation — from those developing advanced credit scoring models to companies offering KYC solutions that verify identities in remote regions, all working together to build trust between lenders and the millions of Tanzanians eager to invest in their futures.
Why using bank statements is important for loan decisions
Bank statements have proven to be a solid tool for assessing a borrower’s capacity to take a loan. Sometimes, it may even be a means of assessing their character as well (Interesting right? Stay tuned).