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,...
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,...
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...
Driving Digital Transformation in Microfinance: Key Takeaways from the Tech Summit in Harare
At the recent Microfinance Tech Summit in Harare, Christophe Bretagnolle, Digitalization Expert at PCES, delivered an insightful...
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...
TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN STRATEGIES FOR MEMBER ENGAGEMENT IN SACCOS
The highlight of the conference was undoubtedly the opportunity to connect and network with like-minded individuals from...
