DAKAR, Senegal – September 2024. As part of its continued engagement in financial inclusion efforts across Africa, MicroAnalytics took part in the 6th Annual BIC-UEMOA conference, held from September 25 to 27, 2024, at the King Fahd Palace Hotel in Dakar. The event brought together key industry players under the theme “The Credit Bureau and Digitalization in the Credit Granting Process.

Sammy Hamoudi, CEO of MicroAnalytics, delivered a presentation highlighting how alternative data and digitization can enhance credit evaluation. He emphasized the importance of these tools in improving financial inclusion and expanding access to credit—particularly in emerging markets.

The Future of Credit in West Africa
The themes discussed during the event directly align with MicroAnalytics’ vision for the region. The company is expanding its activities in West Africa with new initiatives tailored to the market’s unique needs. By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative data assets, these efforts aim to help lending institutions improve eligibility rates, broaden credit offerings, and reduce risk exposure—contributing to a more inclusive and data-driven approach to credit evaluation.