4 alternative lending channels to reach underserved borrowers
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4 alternative lending channels to reach underserved borrowers

Most African countries need easier access to credit. While there has been substantial progress over the past decade, access to finance remains a daunting constraint in Africa. So, how do we connect with these underserved populations and bring credit closer to them?

Who regulates lending in Kenya?
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Who regulates lending in Kenya?

Kenya has been at the forefront of digital lending, making it easier than ever for ordinary citizens to access credit. Just a decade ago, getting a loan meant filling out endless paperwork, waiting in long bank queues, and often needing collateral that many people simply didn’t have. Then came mobile lending apps promising “easier” loans. […]

10 common reasons lenders go cold after demos
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10 common reasons lenders go cold after demos

Buyers often research for weeks or months before they reach out, and when they do sit through a demo they expect to get value and confidence fast.