How to get started as a lender in Sierra Leone
How do you start lending in a country where most people are still outside the formal financial system? In Sierra Leone, over 70% of the population are financially excluded. That means the majority of people don’t have access to bank accounts, loans, or digital payment options. This gap leaves many dependent on cash transactions, which […]
Service providers for lenders in Zambia: Credit bureaus, payments providers, KYC, IT providers
Get with the program: lending is not just about disbursing money—it involves calculated risk, smooth operations, and trust. Today, it is a symphony of services working in perfect harmony. Without credit bureaus, how do you gauge whether someone is likely to repay their loan? Without payment providers, how do you ensure the funds get to […]
How to get started as a lender in Botswana
In Botswana, 16% of the adult population either has no access to formal financial services or relies solely on informal channels. What does this tell us? It tells us that the financial landscape is fertile, ripe for innovation, and ready for disruption. Botswana may not have the scale of larger African economies, but what it […]
How to get a lending license in Tanzania
In this guide, we’ll break down what you need to know to get a lending license in Tanzania and what it means for the future of fair digital lending.
Key providers for lenders in Malawi: Credit scoring, KYC, and payment
Today, we’ll look at some of the key providers in Malawi from those developing credit scoring models to KYC and payment services providers.
Lendsqr or ApPello: Which is the best loan management software in Botswana?
Botswana’s lending landscape is transforming, and with it, the technology needs of lenders are changing too. Recent shifts in regulation, combined with an expanding appetite for digital financial services, have set the stage for a lending revolution. According to the Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA), there’s been a marked increase in the number of […]
Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments providers for lenders in Botswana
In Botswana’s lending sector, it’s not the interest rate or marketing budget that’s the most powerful tool—it’s the invisible mechanics that decide who gets approved, how money flows, and what risks lenders are willing to take. The real game-changers are credit bureaus, credit scoring models, and payment providers, and they’re reshaping how loans are managed, […]
Best loan management software for Malawian lenders: Lendsqr vs. Acumatica
With options like Lendsqr and Acumatica, you may wonder which loan software fits your business best. In this article, we break down what each solution offers.
Key providers for lenders in Uganda: Credit scoring, KYC, and payment
Running a successful lending business in Uganda today goes beyond having enough capital; it’s all about having the right tools and partnerships. In Uganda’s fast-growing financial landscape, effective risk management is the name of the game, and to stay ahead, lenders need access to reliable credit information, robust compliance systems, and seamless payment solutions. Credit […]
What you need to know to start lending in Ghana
Your timing couldn’t be better. Ghana’s economy grew by 6.9% year on year in the second quarter of 2024.
Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments gateways for lenders in Kenya
Financial inclusion in Kenya has made remarkable strides, largely driven by the rapid adoption of online loans. The ease and accessibility of digital lending solutions through payment gateways in Kenya and credit bureaus have created a new frontier for millions of Kenyans previously excluded from traditional financial services. Mobile money has been a game changer […]
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 […]
