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Jia

Jia is building a decentralized network to connect $2tr of crypto liquidity with the $5tr credit gap faced by MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) in emerging markets, starting with the Philippines and Kenya. Small business owners can take out loans (via crypto liquidity) to use as upfront capital for their businesses. As borrowers pay back their loans on-time, they can earn $JIA tokens, which can be used to lower interest rates, staked for improved loan terms, and eventually, used as collateral.

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How a Kenyan spice vendor uses Jia financing to grow his business

Francis Njoroge is a spice vendor in bustling Githurai Market in Kiambu, Kenya. Every day he sets out before sunrise to set up his stall where he sells customized spice blends for delicious dishes like pilau and biryani to local customers and nearby restaurants.

Jia powers education in Kenya with Jackfruit Finance

This article is part of a series spotlighting local partners providing valuable services in their communities, powered partly by Jia’s financing.

Using blockchain to finance accessible healthcare in Kenya

Announcing the first of a series of stories spotlighting local partners providing valuable services in their communities, powered partly by Jia’s financing.