How manual underwriting still fits into an automated loan process
Growth marketing

How manual underwriting still fits into an automated loan process

Across Africa, automation has changed how lenders think about credit. Mobile-first lending apps, USSD-based products, and fully digitized bank loans have brought speed and scale that would have been impossible through paper forms and long committee meetings. A borrower who once had to queue in a branch can now get money in minutes, thanks to […]

Importance of credit scoring for loan decisions
Lending

Importance of credit scoring for loan decisions

“What if they don’t pay back?” If we had to compile a list of questions frequently asked by lenders, this would probably be top of the list. It’s the biggest and most terrifying question a lender is faced with when assessing a loan application.Lenders in Nigeria are constantly forced to confront the reality that Nigerians don’t […]

4 alternative lending channels to reach underserved borrowers
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4 alternative lending channels to reach underserved borrowers

Most African countries need easier access to credit. While there has been substantial progress over the past decade, access to finance remains a daunting constraint in Africa. So, how do we connect with these underserved populations and bring credit closer to them?