Its hard to believe there was a time before everyone had smartphones in Africa? Back then, if you weren’t using cash or trading goods, you were probably relying on postal services for transactions. But now, with the rise of mobile technology, things have changed dramatically, especially in finance. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the new player…
Two giants, Equity Bank and Safaricom, have innovative overdraft facilities – Boostika and Fuliza, respectively. We dive into the details of these products, comparing their features, repayment terms, and eligibility criteria. Equity Bank Boostika The Genesis of Boostika Equity Bank Kenya has stepped into the realm of overdraft solutions with the introduction of Boostika. This…
Kenya’s digital lending space is undergoing a seismic shift as artificial intelligence (AI) transforms traditional credit scoring models. With over 50 digital lenders now using AI-powered algorithms, the rules of borrowing are changing dramatically. But how exactly are these systems making lending decisions, what data are they using, and crucially – are they fair to…
Say Goodbye to Manual Record-Keeping—Hello to Smart, Secure, & Automated Finance! In Kenya and across Africa, Chamas, SACCOs, and merry-go-round groups have long been the backbone of community savings and financial empowerment. But despite their importance, many still struggle with manual bookkeeping, lost records, loan disputes, and transparency issues—problems that can erode trust and slow…
Struggles of the Modern Chama Picture this scenario, The last Saturday of the month. A group of twelve women—nurses, teachers, small business owners—crowd into a member’s living room in Kawangware. Notebooks sprawl across the coffee table. A worn ledger passes from hand to hand. Cash changes hands, but the tension is palpable. Sarah forgot her…
