We will use AI to transform lending in Nigeria and Africa

We will use AI to transform lending in Nigeria and Africa

So, find a comfortable spot, maybe with a warm bowl of your favorite soup, and let's explore the January edition of the Lendsqr newsletter together!

A cultural view of loan defaults in Tanzania
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A cultural view of loan defaults in Tanzania

This article presents a comprehensive cultural and behavioral analysis of loan defaults in Tanzania, drawing on Central Bank data, academic research, case studies, and media reports to offer an accessible, nuanced understanding of this critical issue.

Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments providers for lenders in Ghana
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Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments providers for lenders in Ghana

Credit bureaus are the gatekeepers of reliable data, and in a place like Ghana, where non-performing loans (NPLs) hover around 24.3% according to CEIC data, data accuracy isn’t just helpful—it’s non-negotiable. With access to transparent borrower data, lenders are no longer flying blind—they can effectively sift out high-risk borrowers and reduce default rates, turning chaos […]