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Millions lack credit histories. African banks are changing how they lend

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TechCabal

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August 6, 2026

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Millions lack credit histories. African banks are changing how they lend
Source: TechCabal

African banks are using mobile money, telecom and POS data to lend to borrowers without formal salaries or credit histories.

African banks are using mobile money, telecom and POS data to lend to borrowers without formal salaries or credit histories.

◆ Why It Matters for Africa's Future Economy

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Agenda 2063 Relevance

Auto-inferred · Africa's Long-Term Development Framework

35%

relevance

Relevant Aspirations

ProsperityYouth & PeopleCulture

Impact Areas

Science & InnovationHuman DevelopmentEconomic GrowthCultural HeritageCreative Economy

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