CIFIN

This article breaks down the specific categories of data that lenders report to credit bureaus across Africa. It focuses strictly on lender supplied data, not how bureaus score it or how lenders later consume it.

Zimbabwe’s lending market is like playing a game of Jenga—stacking loans high and hoping it doesn’t all come crashing down. With nominal lending rates that hit a staggering 242% in 2022 (now down to 32.4%), it’s safe to say borrowing here isn’t for the faint-hearted. But lenders aren’t worried about flashy interest rates—they’ve got bigger […]

Get with the program: lending is not just about disbursing money—it involves calculated risk, smooth operations, and trust. Today, it is a symphony of services working in perfect harmony. Without credit bureaus, how do you gauge whether someone is likely to repay their loan? Without payment providers, how do you ensure the funds get to […]