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. […]
How to get a lending license in Liberia
In Liberia, lending isn’t a free-for-all. The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) regulates the financial sector and determines who can legally offer loans.
Use multiple credit bureaus to double your protection
Lendsqr has taken a bold step to make lending more secure and effective by offering a feature that allows lenders to link multiple credit bureaus services. This innovative feature is a game-changer for the lending industry in Nigeria, where access to accurate credit information is vital for managing credit risk and reducing non-performing loans. At […]