SASRA: SACCOs are reluctant to use credit scores in loan appraisals

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has expressed concerns that while credit scoring has immense value, SACCOs has been slow to adopt credit referencing fully, creating gaps in credit decision-making. The regulator also points to challenges in implementing effective credit-scoring systems, which have hampered responsible lending and long-term financial stability. But a section of top…

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Jack Ranguma, the chairperson of SASRA./photo file

 SASRA decries SACCOs slow adoption of credit scores in loan appraisals

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has expressed concern that, despite the immense value of credit scoring, SACCOs have been slow to fully adopt credit referencing, resulting in gaps in credit decision-making. The regulator also highlights challenges in implementing effective credit-scoring systems, which have hindered responsible lending and undermined long-term financial stability. However, some senior…

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