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, used in markets, on farms, and in informal businesses. For millions of people, these phones are not conveniences. They are the primary connection to financial services. Over the last decade, mobile money and mobile banking have changed how value moves across the continent. But access alone has not solved everything. Many users still struggle with understanding products, navigating interfaces, and getting timely support. This is where chatbots are increasingly playing a role. Not as experimental technology,......
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...
What to Look for When Assessing a Core Banking System: Beyond Features and Functions
Financial services, I want to address another critical decision that can make or break an institution's operational...
When Grant Management Fails, Deadlines Take Over
It starts with good intentions. Your organization launches a grant program to support underserved communities. A small...
Sharing Our Digital Vision: Highlights from the Microfinance Tech Summit in Zimbabwe
The 3rd Microfinance Technology Summit , held on June 12–13 at Harare’s Rainbow Towers and Harare International...
Why Most MFIs Can’t Scale (And What They Can Do About It)
Brick-and-mortar branches are no longer the only path to growth. For SACCOs and MFIs, scaling today means...
