Credit bureaus, credit scoring, and payments gateways for lenders in Kenya
Financial inclusion in Kenya has made remarkable strides, largely driven by the rapid adoption of online loans. The ease and accessibility of digital lending solutions through payment gateways in Kenya and credit bureaus have created a new frontier for millions of Kenyans previously excluded from traditional financial services. Mobile money has been a game changer […]
How to start a money lending business in Zambia
In Zambia today, many people are struggling to access the credit they need. Over 60% of adults can’t get loans or use formal banking services, and the situation is even tougher in rural areas, where nearly 80% of people are excluded from financial services altogether. While Zambia’s economy has grown over the years, much of […]
What collateral options exist for SME loans?
This article breaks down the collateral options that actually exist for SME loans in African markets today, focusing on what lenders accept in practice, how these options behave during default, and what trade offs come with each approach.