The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has approved the CIS ValiData tool developed by the Credit Information Sharing Association of Kenya (CIS Kenya).
Validata tool is a credit data validation and submission solution, designed to ensure that only accurate, complete, and standardized credit information is shared with licensed Credit Reference Bureaus (CRBs).
It comes at a time when the country has been walking the journey to improve credit data quality and strengthen the country’s financial ecosystem.
“By empowering institutions to validate data at the source, we are building a more reliable credit information sharing mechanism, which will, in turn, enhance access to finance and spur economic growth in line with Kenya’s Vision 2030,” said Jared Getenga, CEO of CIS Kenya.
It also directly addresses the industry’s need for higher data quality and operational efficiency and will act as a “data proofreader”
The tool allows credit providers to validate their records on-premise before submission, setting a new industry standard for data quality with an 80% threshold.
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Stakeholders have lauded the CBK’s approval and the tool’s potential to reshape credit information sharing in Kenya.
Gideon Kipyakwai, CEO of Metropol CRB said that by standardizing data quality at the point of submission, the tool will enhance the accuracy of credit scoring models and deliver more reliable reports for lenders, leading to a fairer and more transparent system for consumers.
On the other hand, Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) Chief Executive Raimond Molenje described it as a “game-changer for the credit market.”
Molenje also said the tool will enable lenders to make more informed, risk-based decisions and expand access to affordable credit for individuals and MSMEs.
The journey to the ValiData tool began in 2013, evolving from a central data hub concept to a secure on-premise solution in response to industry concerns around data security and privacy. Its development was supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation through FSD Kenya.
How Does It Work?
- Checks for Errors: It identifies and flags errors based on the set data standards and gives credit information providers an opportunity to fix them.
- Sends Data Seamlessly: Once validated, the data is securely transmitted to all licensed credit bureaus.
- Provides Real-Time Feedback: Institutions receive immediate reports on the status of their submissions, including details of any errors.
- Encourages Better Data Practices: By improving data accuracy, the tool helps institutions establish strong governance and include more borrowers, especially small businesses, in the credit system.
This innovation wouldn’t have been possible without the collaboration of many stakeholders such as FSD Kenya, The Kenya Bankers Association, AMFI-Kenya, DFSAK, CRBs, and members of CIS Kenya among others who have played a significant role in enhancing the tool’s features and ensuring its security – said Adah Mukubi, Head of Communications and Partnerships at CIS Kenya.
“Their support, along with input from regulators, credit bureaus, and financial institutions, has brought us closer to creating a smarter credit ecosystem.”
With CBK’s approval, CIS Kenya will proceed with a nationwide rollout, supported by training and capacity-building for credit providers. Future enhancements under consideration include integrating consumer dispute mechanisms and leveraging Open Banking and API frameworks to enrich credit bureau data.
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