Let’s protest against financial indiscipline
It’s hard to believe it’s already been five months since we launched Kolo. But we’re grateful you’re alive to read our email. Your continued support has been our driving force, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting updates and important financial insights with you. What’s popping in the finance space? 📰 💰 Interest Rate Hike […]
What is the Credit Card Act and why was it introduced?
In the years before 2009, credit cards had become one of the most common forms of consumer borrowing in the United States. By 2008, household credit card debt had climbed past $900 billion, according to Federal Reserve data, and card issuers were enjoying some of their most profitable years. The business model was clear: interest […]
A cultural view of loan defaults in Kenya
Executive summary From 2019 to 2024, Kenya experienced a steady rise in personal and consumer loan defaults, driven not just by economic challenges, but deeply rooted cultural behaviors, social expectations, and shifting attitudes towards debt. While formal banks, microfinance institutions, and mobile lenders expanded access to credit, repayment struggles mirrored longstanding cultural and communal dynamics. […]