Digital lenders book early wins from CBK licensing

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Digital lenders are seeking CBK guidance on the documents required to unlock more than 400 applications. PHOTO | SHUTTERSTOCK

The recently licensed digital lenders are reporting significant growth in loan uptake on their platforms as borrowers start sieving out entities not regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK).

A new report published by digital lender Tala on Monday notes that the CBK licensing has grown to be a major factor for consideration when customers are choosing digital lenders even as the cost of credit remains the primary driver of choice.

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