What a day’s conference says about a sector in full transformation – Kinshasa, March 26, 2026
As 2025 draws to a close, it's worth reflecting on what has been a remarkably active year for financial services in Africa. Digital transformation moved from aspiration to priority for many institutions, with tangible progress across multiple fronts. While visiting institutions throughout the year, I've observed shifts that suggest we're entering a new phase of financial services development on the continent....
Metrics Beyond Loans: What African MFIs Must Track in 2026
For decades, the success of a microfinance institution could be summarized in a handful of numbers: portfolio...
Chatbots that convert: practical lessons from Africa’s financial frontlines
Across much of Africa, banking does not happen inside branches. It happens on phones, often basic ones,...
Looking Back at 2025: A Year of Digital Momentum in African Financial Services
As 2025 draws to a close, it's worth reflecting on what has been a remarkably active year...
Core Banking System Security: Why the Human Element Matters Most
In core banking security, firewalls, encryption, and intrusion detection systems tend to dominate the conversation. But after...
Why growth alone won’t save Africa’s MFIs… and what will
Expanding your loan portfolio or opening new branches might look like growth on paper, but behind the...
Designed for Africa: PCES Showcases Akiba – The Core Banking System
Held every two years, the SAM Conference (Semaine Africaine de la Microfinance) is the leading event dedicated...
Meet Us at the Innovators’ Village SAM – African Inclusive Finance Week 2025
We’re proud to announce that PCES will be participating in SAM 2025 – African Inclusive Finance Week,...
Middleware as the Enabler of Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS)
The financial industry is shifting. Traditional banks and MFIs are no longer just providers, they’re becoming platforms....
Why Middleware Is the Most Important Layer in Digital Banking
Most financial institutions in Africa have accepted one truth: the future is digital. From launching USSD services...
