A cultural view of loan defaults in the Philippines
The cultural bedrock of family and community in the Philippines suggests that, for better or worse, social norms will continue to shape how loans are taken and repaid.
Effective loan collection for lenders in Sierra Leone
Find out how to ensure loan repayments in Sierra Leone without turning every collection into a battle.
If your employer won’t give you a staff loan, ditch them!
For many employees, staff loans are more than a workplace perk, they can be a vital source of affordable credit during emergencies or major life expenses. When employers fail to provide meaningful financial support, it can leave workers dependent on expensive alternatives and unnecessary stress. While leaving a job is a serious decision with many factors to consider, the absence of fair staff lending policies can reveal deeper issues about how an organisation values employee wellbeing and financial stability.