Simulate your African credit score based on payment history, utilization, credit age, and more. See what improves or damages your score.
15 CountriesCRB / TransUnion / CRCFree
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300 (Poor)850 (Excellent)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What credit bureaus operate in Africa?
Major African credit bureaus: Kenya — TransUnion Kenya, Metropol CRB, Creditinfo CRB; Nigeria — CRC Credit Bureau, First Central Credit Bureau, XDS Credit Bureau; South Africa — TransUnion SA, Experian SA, Equifax SA; Ghana — XDS Data, Hudson Price; Rwanda — BNR Credit Reference Bureau. Each uses slightly different scoring models.
What score do I need for a bank loan in Africa?
Score requirements vary by lender. Typically: 700+ for prime rates and high loan amounts, 600-699 for standard rates, 500-599 for higher rates with stricter terms, below 500 is very difficult to get formal credit. Many African banks also weight income and employment stability heavily alongside credit scores.
How long does negative information stay on my credit report?
In Kenya: adverse listings are removed after 5 years (cleared accounts) or 7 years (fraud). In South Africa: defaults for 1-5 years depending on resolution, adverse listings up to 5 years. In Nigeria: adverse credit information stays 5-7 years. Paid-off loans show positively forever. Always request a free credit report annually to check for errors.