What is the Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS)
By covering part of the risk, the Credit Guarantee Scheme makes it easier for banks to offer better loan terms; larger amounts, longer timelines, and lower collateral requirements.
From Compliance to Capital: How the FCCPC’s Regulation Unlocks Nigeria’s Consumer Credit
A Deep Dive into the Lendsqr Webinar with Olu Akanmu and Grace Effiom (November 27, 2025) Nigeria’s non-bank lending industry has been reshaped dramatically in the last few years. But for many lenders, the shift from an unregulated environment to a structured FCCPC framework still feels like a burden rather than an opportunity. The latest […]
Key providers for lenders in Zimbabwe: Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments providers
Zimbabwe’s lending market is like playing a game of Jenga—stacking loans high and hoping it doesn’t all come crashing down. With nominal lending rates that hit a staggering 242% in 2022 (now down to 32.4%), it’s safe to say borrowing here isn’t for the faint-hearted. But lenders aren’t worried about flashy interest rates—they’ve got bigger […]