How to obtain a Tier 3 or Tier 4 Microfinance License in Uganda
This article walks through how to obtain a Tier 3 Microfinance Deposit-taking Institution licence and a Tier 4 licence in Uganda
9 common issues lenders face when setting up
Setting up a lending operation isn’t always straightforward, Over time, we’ve learned where most lenders stumble. Here are the issues that consistently slow things down.
Why borrowers repay more when they have something to lose
Loan repayment is often influenced by more than income or willingness to pay, it is also shaped by accountability. Borrowers are often more likely to repay when they have something meaningful to lose, and guarantors are one of the clearest examples of this dynamic. When a trusted friend, family member, or colleague stands behind a loan, repayment carries social, financial, and reputational consequences beyond the borrower alone. For lenders, guarantor-backed lending can strengthen repayment behavior while creating an added layer of confidence in credit decisions.
