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April 20, 2026
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Kenyans turn to advance loans as salary delays bite

Kenyans turn to advance loans as salary delays bite

A report by UNIFI reveals that over half of salaried Kenyans rely on advance loans to cope with delayed wages and rising living costs...

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A significant portion of Kenyan salaried workers are turning to advance loans to cope with delayed wages and economic hardship. This trend highlights the financial strain many households are experiencing.

  • Over 50% of salaried Kenyans rely on advance loans.
  • Digital lending company UNIFI reports serving 25,000 clients in Kenya.
  • The increased reliance on advance loans is attributed to delayed salary remittances from both public and private sectors and the rising Cost of Living.

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