Credit union vs Money lenders: A comparative overview
Your rent is due in a few days, or your business needs a quick cash injection to restock inventory. Maybe it’s a medical emergency, and you need funds immediately. Where do you turn? Traditional banks? Not always an option, especially when you don’t have the collateral, credit history, or time to go through the long […]
Credit bureaus not enough? Try these alternatives
Credit bureaus are supposed to be the backbone of the lending process, yet they often fall short. Let’s explore three other alternatives
A cultural view of loan defaults in Sierra Leone
Behind every unpaid loan is a story shaped by social ties, informal safety nets, and shifting expectations around debt. Understanding these nuances is key to building a lending system that balances risk with empathy.


