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 […]
Key providers for lenders in South Africa: Credit scoring, KYC, and payment
Running a successful lending business anywhere in the world today hinges on one critical factor: access to the right integration. In an industry where risk management is key, leveraging the right tools and partnerships can make or break a lender’s ability to thrive. This is where credit bureaus, credit scoring, Know Your Customer (KYC) infrastructure […]
Best loan management software for Kenyan lenders: Lendsqr vs. Presta
Digital lending has completely transformed Kenya’s financial landscape, thanks in large part to mobile money platforms like M-Pesa. With over 83% of Kenyans using mobile money, access to quick credit has never been easier. This rise in digital lending has driven adoption rates sky-high—making it simpler for millions of Kenyans to access loans in minutes […]
What are the problems associated with lending money in Nigeria?
Every day, thousands of Nigerian lenders wake up to face a market that’s equal parts promising and precarious. The nation’s vast population, entrepreneurial spirit, and rapidly growing SME sector make it an attractive ground for credit services. Over 40 million MSMEs account for nearly half of Nigeria’s GDP, and many of these businesses rely on […]
What investors want to see before they fund your loan startup
So, what exactly do investors want before they fund your loan startup? Let’s break it down.
Don’t have access to GSI? Use direct debit to achieve same result
With the right strategies in place, you can substitute GSI with direct debit and still achieve similar results. Let’s break this down.
When to go legal with loan defaulters
Whether you're a small lender or a big institution, the decision to pursue legal action against a defaulter is governed by various factors, including the loan type, the borrower's behavior, and, most importantly, the legal framework in your jurisdiction.
13 female CEOs shaping the Nigerian credit ecosystem
What sets these female CEOs apart isn’t just that they’ve made it to the top—it’s how they’ve done it, and we're in awe!
How lack of consequence for loan defaults is destroying the African credit ecosystem
Lack of loan default consequences is destroying Africa’s credit ecosystem from the inside out and it's causing a vicious cycle of distrust.
Credit bureaus not enough? Try these alternatives
Credit bureaus are supposed to be the backbone of the lending process, yet they often fall short. Let’s explore three other alternatives
4 reasons why most loan defaulters are fraudsters
It’s time we stop sugarcoating this. Loan defaulters, in many cases, are fraudsters and here’s how they reveal themselves as such.
