Why micro lending management software is critical for community lenders
Community lenders are the people and organisations that keep money moving in places where banks either have little presence or do not reach at all.
SME lending software and how it supports business growth
This article takes a closer look at how SME lending software supports both lenders and businesses, where progress is already visible, and the issues that still need attention.
What lenders should know before building or buying software
Digital lending has become one of the fastest-growing areas of financial services worldwide. The global digital lending platform market was valued at about $13 billion in 2024 and projections show it could almost triple by 2033. In Africa, the numbers may look smaller, but the pace of growth is even sharper. The market here was […]
FINCA Malawi vs Select financial services: which is the best in Malawi
This article looks beyond brand recognition to explore the value each lender offers. By comparing their histories, products, pricing structures, accessibility, and customer fit, we draw out the practical differences that matter most.
Lessons from the first lenders who tapped into Lendsqr’s Onlending program
Technology alone does not solve the problems of lenders. This logic guided the creation of the Lendsqr onlending program
How payday loan software helps lenders disburse credit faster
Speed matters to payday lenders because faster payouts directly affect the business in ways that quickly add up
A cultural view of loan defaults in Malawi
Executive Summary Between 2019 and 2024, Malawi has seen both a rapid expansion in personal lending and a growing struggle with defaults. While commercial banks, microfinance institutions (MFIs), savings and credit cooperatives (SACCOs), village savings and loan associations (VSLAs), and new digital lenders have opened up access to credit, many Malawians still find it difficult […]
How lending software for small lenders levels the playing field with big banks
Banks used to win by size because lending rewarded scale: large banks employed armies of underwriters, maintained branches in every district, and stored customer records in costly legacy systems that slowed change and hid useful data. Small lenders could move faster in a neighbourhood or a niche, yet that speed rarely translated into wide reach […]
Consumer finance software: What it is and why lenders rely on it
This article explores ways in which consumer finance softwares change lending. It also look at how lenders can navigate the challenges that come with adoption.
7 lending strategies every modern lender should consider
This article lays out seven practical strategies that move measurable outcomes: lower customer acquisition cost, higher approval accuracy, faster time to decision, and stronger lifetime value.
5 affordable lending software for small lenders
This article explores five lending software platforms that stand out for their affordability and relevance to small lenders.
