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    You are at:Home»Business»African FinTech Platform Finclusion Group Secures $20M Funding From Lendable
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    African FinTech Platform Finclusion Group Secures $20M Funding From Lendable

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    By Tapiwa Matthew Mutisi on September 15, 2021 Business, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Fintech, Funding, Technology in Africa

    African fintech platform Finclusion Group with its portfolio of companies, helps to drive financial inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa using AI-powered and data-driven lending has secured $20 million (R283m) in a funding round with debt financing provider, Lendable.

    Finclusion uses advanced proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms alongside pioneering technology to grant safe financial services, all while maintaining accurate automated credit decisions. This partnership will help Finclusion widen its reach in East and South African markets thus making a sustained impact and driving financial inclusivity in segments that have traditionally been underserved.

    Finclusion CEO, Timothy Nuy says that the debt raise is further confirmation of the passion and hard work displayed by the team in creating a range of products and solutions that place the company at the forefront of fintech on the continent: “The opportunities to scale across our portfolio are now endless, and we’re proud to say that we’ve already secured a number of new key distribution partnerships that will scale our customer base rapidly.”

    He says that the group will continue to leverage its deep credit, risk, and technology expertise to drive financial inclusion and well-being in Africa. Finclusion boasts multiple products that address underserved markets in Africa by providing solutions that make financial services inclusive whilst also encouraging financial education and wellness.

    Lendable CEO Chris Wehbe: “We are very happy to be partnering with the team at Finclusion and are always excited by the prospect of partners whose core function serves to better the financial situation and means of their customers. We’re looking forward to seeing the Finclusion Group reach even more customers across Africa with our funding driving further financial wellness and inclusion – both of which are a core focus for Lendable.”

    Tamuka Mpofu, Finclusion Group CFO says that securing the funding is a notable milestone for the company: “The team that worked on making this raise happen has been incredibly focused and inherently aware of what funding like this means to our business, and more importantly – our customers. Partnering with a reputable institution like Lendable is evidence of sustained growth all while maintaining strong portfolio quality throughout the pandemic. We are one step closer to being at the forefront of financial service technology in Africa.”

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    Tapiwa Matthew Mutisi has been covering blockchain technology, intelligent technologies, cryptocurrency, cybersecurity, telecommunications technology, sustainability, autonomous vehicles, and other topics for Innovation Village since 2017. In the years since, he has published over 4,000 articles — a mix of breaking news, reviews, helpful how-tos, industry analysis, and more. | Open DM on Twitter @TapiwaMutisi

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