What lenders in Ghana should look for in a loan management software
Whether you're running a small credit business or a fast-growing digital lender, your software shouldn't hold you back.
5 reasons why debit cards don’t work for loan collections in Ghana
Relying on debit cards for loan repayments in Ghana might just be a fast track to rising defaults and frustrated borrowers. Here’s why debit cards simply don’t work well for loan collections in Ghana.
How to get travel loans in South Africa
But something has been shifting. More and more South Africans are finding creative ways to make travel happen, saving in group stokvels, booking off-season, or, increasingly, taking out travel loans.
3 African countries making progress in Open Banking
Right now, your bank holds all your financial data: how much you earn, what you spend, your loan history, and more. Open Banking changes that.
Open banking in Africa: Continental progress made as of 2025
In London or Sydney, open banking was about breaking up bank monopolies. In Africa, it’s about building the pipes. Basic ones. The kind that lets people send money, access credit, or even check a bank balance without friction. Here, open banking isn’t just a policy play, it’s a workaround. A way to fill gaps that […]
A deep overview of business and SME loans in Ghana
Executive summary In Ghana today, running a small business isn’t just a choice. It’s a means of survival and progress. With over 80% of employment coming from the informal sector, entrepreneurship is often the default path for many Ghanaians, especially the youth. From food sellers to online vendors and fashion designers in Accra, micro and […]
A deep overview of consumer credit in Ghana
This article offers a comprehensive overview of Ghana’s consumer lending sector from 2019 to 2024. It explores the types of loans available, major lenders, the role of fintech, regulation, and the social dynamics of borrowing.
Tala vs Zenka – which is the best in Kenya
If you live in Kenya, you’ve probably had that moment when something unexpected comes up, and suddenly, you need cash fast. Maybe it’s an emergency medical bill, a school fee deadline, or a small business expense that can’t wait. This is where mobile loan apps like Tala and Zenka come in, promising a simple solution […]
A cultural view of loan defaults in Kenya
Executive summary From 2019 to 2024, Kenya experienced a steady rise in personal and consumer loan defaults, driven not just by economic challenges, but deeply rooted cultural behaviors, social expectations, and shifting attitudes towards debt. While formal banks, microfinance institutions, and mobile lenders expanded access to credit, repayment struggles mirrored longstanding cultural and communal dynamics. […]
BNPL vs. traditional lending: What works best in Kenya?
While both BNPL and traditional lending provide access to needed funds, they operate under different models, offer distinct benefits, and carry unique risks.
An overview of loan management software in Kenya
This report looks at how loan management software works, why it matters to everyday Kenyans, and how adoption has grown over the past five years.
