Mogo Loans Limited
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Founded Date January 1, 1900
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Sectors Finance
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Posted Jobs 0
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Company Description
Mogo Loans Limited is a leading non-bank financial institution in Uganda, specializing in asset-backed financing. It is part of the Eleving Group, an international fintech company operating across multiple continents. In Uganda, Mogo is primarily known for its focus on providing quick and flexible credit solutions to individuals and small businesses, often targeting the informal transport sector.
- Core Products and Services:
- Boda Boda and Tuk-Tuk Financing: This is their most popular service, allowing riders to acquire new or used motorcycles (like Bajaj Boxer or TVS) through manageable daily or weekly installments.
- Car Financing: They provide loans for the purchase of used vehicles, with the logbook typically serving as the primary collateral.
- Logbook Loans: This product allows vehicle owners to unlock equity from their cars or motorcycles to access quick cash for emergencies or business expansion while continuing to drive their vehicles.
- Phone Financing: In partnership with various retailers, they offer credit for the purchase of smartphones to increase digital inclusion.
- Operational Model:
- Speed and Accessibility: Mogo emphasizes a fast approval process, often promising loan decisions within 24 hours or even hours for smaller assets.
- Minimal Documentation: Their model is designed to be inclusive, requiring basic documentation such as a national ID, a valid driving permit (for riders), and mobile money details, making it accessible to those without formal bank accounts.
- Digital Integration: The company utilizes mobile money platforms for both the disbursement of loans and the collection of repayments, ensuring convenience for clients across the country.
- Market Position and Reach:
- Branch Network: Mogo maintains a significant presence in Uganda with branches in major urban centers including Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbarara, and Gulu.
- Impact: By providing financing to the “boda boda” industry, they play a critical role in job creation and urban mobility, though they are also subject to regulations by the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA) to ensure consumer protection and fair lending practices.