We had the privilege of hosting Jimmy Golele, the Senior Education and Communication Officer at the National Credit Regulator (NCR), on our Business in Motion radio show on Lekoa FM 91.0.
In this must-listen interview, we discussed:
- Why formalising your cash loan business matters
- Step-by-step breakdown of the NCR registration process
- Common mistakes that new lenders make
- What compliance means for your business
- How NCR supports micro-lenders and entrepreneurs
Whether you are already offering loans or considering starting a Mashonisa business, this episode is a must-listen. It’s filled with expert guidance, practical compliance advice, and clear steps to help you run your lending business legally, ethically, and sustainably in South Africa.
Listen to the Full Interview Below
Highlights:
- “Formalisation builds trust and unlocks opportunity.” – Jimmy Golele
- “Operating outside the law is a risk to your business and your community.”
- “The NCR is not here to shut you down, it’s here to help you operate right.”
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