A cultural view of loan defaults in the Philippines
The cultural bedrock of family and community in the Philippines suggests that, for better or worse, social norms will continue to shape how loans are taken and repaid.
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, […]
How to reduce loan defaults in Liberia: Best strategies for lenders
When we talk about loan defaults in Liberia, what usually comes to mind is poverty or bad borrowers. But beneath the surface, there are ignored factors that quietly make things worse. In this article, we explored the reasons behind Liberia’s loan default challenge and workable strategies that lenders can use to protect their portfolios while still empowering the people they serve.



