Key providers you need as a lender in Sierra Leone: Credit reporting agencies and more
If you think you have trust issues, try being a lender in Sierra Leone. It’s a constant battle to separate fact from fiction, and every loan feels like a gamble. In the second quarter of 2024, Sierra Leone’s NPL rate fell to 7.5%, a significant drop from 12.1% in 2023. Great news, right? But let’s […]
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 […]
Best loan management software for Ghanaian lenders: Lendsqr vs. Business Warrior
Choosing the right loan management software between Lendsqr and Business Warrior could mean the difference between growth and stagnation for Ghanaian lenders. Ghana’s lending landscape is changing fast. Over the past five years, the financial sector has seen a significant shift towards digital lending, with mobile penetration rates surpassing 113%, according to GSMA Intelligence. This […]
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 Cameroon
Today, we’ll take you through the essential steps to establish a lending business that works and thrives in Cameroon’s financial ecosystem.
Key providers for lenders in Tanzania: Credit scoring, KYC, and payment
In this article, we’ll explore some of the key players driving this transformation — from those developing advanced credit scoring models to companies offering KYC solutions that verify identities in remote regions, all working together to build trust between lenders and the millions of Tanzanians eager to invest in their futures.
Best loan management software for Tanzanian lenders: Lendsqr vs. Jisort
In this article, we’ll unpack what each software brings to the table to help Tanzanian lenders make a choice that will keep them competitive, compliant, and ready for growth.
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 started as a lender in Tanzania
If you've ever thought about making a difference with your investment, now might be the perfect time to get started as a lender in Tanzania.
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.
Why lenders and borrowers need credit-life insurance
Credit-life insurance is a solid alternative for lending institutions to protect themselves against borrower default due to unforeseen life circumstances.
How to get a DUNS number for Google Play and Apple App stores in Nigeria
We’re here to make this process as simple as possible, so you can obtain your DUNS number, stay compliant, and get back to growing your lending business.
