How to get started as a lender in South Africa
Thabo noticed a troubling pattern in his community. People were stuck in a relentless cycle of debt, borrowing from mashonisas (Local name for unregistered lenders) ) at crippling interest rates. Despite their sky-high fees, the residents had little choice. Formal credit options were scarce, and when cash ran low, shady lenders seemed to be the […]
A deep overview of consumer credit in Ghana
This article offers a comprehensive overview of Ghana’s consumer lending sector from 2019 to 2024. It explores the types of loans available, major lenders, the role of fintech, regulation, and the social dynamics of borrowing.
A borrower’s right to data privacy is not negotiable
A borrower’s right to data privacy is not negotiable. Nothing gets your heart racing several miles per minute like the chance that you may not recover your loans, but that fear can never justify invading a borrower’s privacy. Responsible lending means collecting only the data you truly need and nothing more. Borrowers privacy is a fundamental right, and it must never be compromised.


