Lendsqr introduces liveness check to help Ugandan lenders reduce fraud.

November 25, 2025 | Kampala, Uganda – Lendsqr, the global Lending-as-a-Service (LaaS) platform supporting lenders across Africa and emerging markets, has introduced its liveness check feature in Uganda to help institutions reduce identity fraud and onboard customers more securely.

Ugandan lenders continue to face challenges with fraudulent onboarding attempts ranging from stolen photos to impersonation using pre-recorded images. These issues not only strain risk teams but also lead to losses, delays, and operational inefficiencies. Lendsqr’s liveness check provides a fast, affordable, and effective way to ensure that every customer is a real, physically present individual during onboarding.

“Digital lending in Uganda is growing quickly, and lenders need strong tools to keep their platforms safe,” said Adedeji Olowe, CEO of Lendsqr. “The liveness check adds an important layer of protection without slowing down onboarding or increasing costs unnecessarily.”

How the liveness check works

The feature is available for web apps and selected mobile apps, and can be enabled directly from the Lendsqr admin console. During registration, customers complete simple physical prompts that verify their presence. Lenders can customize the sequence with actions such as: Look left, Look right and Smile

Once enabled, all new customers must complete the liveness check during onboarding, existing customers who have not done so will be automatically prompted. Also, verification results and short video clips will appear instantly on each customer’s profile

Why this matters for lenders in Uganda

With more Ugandans adopting digital financial services, the need for secure identity verification continues to grow. Lendsqr’s liveness check helps lenders cut down on impersonation, minimize onboarding fraud, and protect their loan books. The feature also supports smoother onboarding flows, giving legitimate customers a quick and transparent way to verify themselves.

About Lendsqr

Lendsqr is a global Lending-as-a-Service (Laa) company working with financial institutions of all sizes to move their lending operations online. With scalable, API-driven technology, Lendsqr combines solid technical know-how with a clear understanding of how lending really works in emerging markets. The result is that lenders can deliver credit more efficiently and reach more people who would otherwise be left out.

The platform gives lenders multiple ways to connect with borrowers, whether through mobile apps on Android and iOS, web applications, or APIs that link directly with partners like credit bureaus, payment providers, and KYC services. This flexibility makes it easier to serve both connected urban borrowers and customers in communities where internet access is limited.

At the center of the platform is a decision engine that blends bureau data with customizable scoring models to help lenders manage risk and make better credit decisions. Lenders can set up different types of loan products, from personal loans to SME financing with options for equity contributions, guarantors, and even manual bookings for borrowers without internet access.

Lenders in Uganda can activate the Liveness check feature directly from their Lendsqr dashboard or sign up at lendsqr.com to get started.For more inquiries, contact [email protected].