Top 5 Credit Bureaus for lenders in East Africa
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Top 5 Credit Bureaus for lenders in East Africa

In a region where financial inclusion is rapidly expanding, you’ll agree the need for reliable credit scoring has never been clearer. So, which bureaus are leading the charge in making East African lending more secure and sustainable?

What Chamas and SACCOs can teach lenders about group lending
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What Chamas and SACCOs can teach lenders about group lending

Group finance has a reach that many fintechs still underestimate. In Kenya, SACCOs that operate under regulation reported 6.84 million members in 2023, a number that shows how much formal group lending has grown. Beyond that, informal savings groups called chamas are even more widespread. Estimates suggest there are around 300,000 active chamas, each managing […]

How debit order or direct debit works in Ghana
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How debit order or direct debit works in Ghana

This article provides an in-depth look at Ghana’s direct debit system, covering its regulatory framework, operational mechanics, market participants, adoption trends, payment infrastructure, challenges, and future developments.