We’re excited  to announce a partnership between the Microfinance Learning & Development Centre (MLDC) and Talstack.

This collaboration comes at a pivotal moment as the Nigerian microfinance sector celebrates 20 years since its formal inception in 2005. Through this collaboration, we will be rolling out specialized digital courses in areas critical to the sector, including compliance, risk management, credit and lending, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency.

These programs are designed to make training more accessible and affordable for every professional in Nigeria’s microfinance space.
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Why This Matters

For too long, capacity development in the microfinance sector has been constrained by cost, logistics, and access. Till date, many professionals have to travel long distances to attend workshops, while institutions struggle to balance training budgets with operational demands.

These challenges have slowed the sector’s growth, affecting ROI, regulatory compliance, and ultimately the sector's contribution to advancing financial inclusion in Nigeria.

With this partnership, we will surmount those barriers. By moving learning online, and making it on-demand,  we’re ensuring that every professional in Nigeria’s microfinance sector can access affordable and compliant training—anytime, anywhere.

At Talstack, our mission is to elevate the quality of Africa’s workforce. This partnership with MLDC takes us one step closer by equipping professionals with the tools they need to learn, grow, and deliver impact.

What Participating Institutions Gain

• Cost-Effective Scalability: Reduce training expenses by up to 50% through flexible course bundles tailored to the sector, allowing institutions to reinvest in core operations.
  
  
• Access to Talstack’s Library: Access Talstack’s library of over 350 functional and cross-functional courses, covering key personal,  business and technical skills.
  
  
• Anytime, Anywhere Access: Mobile-friendly, interactive courses at your fingertips, accessible on-demand.
  
  
• Stronger Compliance Support: Regulatory and Compliance courses designed to help institutions stay aligned with regulatory standards.
  
  
• Stronger Workforce Retention: By equipping staff with the right skills, institutions can reduce brain drain and build sustainable talent pipelines.
  
  
• Sector-Wide Impact: A better-trained workforce that strengthens financial inclusion, drives innovation, and fuels growth nationwide.
  
  

Join the Launch Webinar

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To kick things off, we’re hosting a  webinar themed:

“Affordable Digital Learning in Microfinance: Expanding Access, Ensuring Compliance and Driving Growth”

Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM WAT

This event will feature insights from MLDC, Talstack, and digital transformation leaders on how affordable, on-demand learning can unlock growth for microfinance institutions nationwide. Both parties will also be available to answer any questions. 

Attendance is free, but registration is required.
Register here to secure your spot.

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