Clever credit: How Nigerian startups are using data & distribution to de-risk lending

Africa-focused innovators can learn from the examples of three Nigerian companies that leverage unique data and distribution strategies to lend intelligently.

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This Saturday essay highlights three Nigerian startups leveraging unique/proprietary data and smart distribution strategies to improve credit underwriting and lower customer acquisition costs.

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