A cultural view of loan defaults in South Africa
If lenders and policymakers in South Africa can meet borrowers where they are economically, culturally, and socially, there may be a path forward that improves financial access while reducing default risk.
Why non-financial companies are offering credit products
This article looks at why non-financial companies are offering credit products, how they structure these offerings, and what it means for lenders operating in African markets.
How to get started as a lender in Kenya
Believe it or not, there are approximately 7.4 million MSMEs in Kenya struggling to access credit, desperately waiting for you to decide to set up shop as a lender in Kenya. Getting started as a lender in Kenya means stepping into a market with a $1.1 billion credit gap. If you’re worried about competition, know […]
