Money Tips for Kenyans

Mobile lenders in Kenya use several different revenue models — interest rates, flat fees, subscriptions, and more. Understanding how they profit helps you spot the most expensive ones.

Your national ID, your selfie, your SIM card — loan apps check all of this before they'll lend you a shilling. Here's exactly what they look at and …

Mobile loans in Kenya can help or hurt your credit score depending on how you manage them. Here's exactly how borrowing on your phone shapes your credit history.

Chamas and merry-go-rounds have funded Kenyan dreams for generations. Mobile loans are the new kid on the block. Which one should you rely on when you need cash?

Your car has broken down and the repair bill is more than you have right now. Here's a practical guide to car repair loans in Kenya and how …

No payslip? No problem. Millions of Kenyans access credit every day without a formal salary slip. Here's exactly how it works and where to apply.

University student in Kenya wondering if you qualify for a mobile loan? The short answer is yes — but there are things you need to understand before you …

Salaried workers in Nairobi have more mobile loan options than ever before. Here's how to find the one that actually works for you — without hidden traps.

Bank overdrafts and mobile loans both let you borrow quickly in Kenya — but they work very differently. Here's how to compare costs, speed, and eligibility before you …

Millions of Kenyans in rural areas have long been shut out of formal credit. Mobile loans are changing that — here's how, and what to look for when …

Young Kenyans face unique credit challenges — no payslip, no collateral, no credit history. Here's how to access loans responsibly and build a healthy financial future.

You've submitted your mobile loan application — now what? Understanding what happens behind the scenes after you apply helps you know what to expect, how to avoid delays, …