Intelligence gathering
in Africa

AfriIntel is a boutique Africa-focused consultancy with regional
experience in intelligence gathering and investigations. We specialise in
discreet, well-targeted human source enquiries to provide clients with
intelligence they simply cannot obtain through conventional research.


We’re a trusted partner to some of the world's leading risk and strategic
intelligence firms seeking specialised support for their Africa-focused
projects. We’re committed to delivering actionable insights tailored to the
unique needs and challenges of our clients operating in Africa.


Our expertise

Human Source Enquiries

  • Discreet interviews with key individuals to uncover
    non-public information.
  • Obtain hard-to-find insights from vetted human
    sources.
  • Analysed and cross-referenced commentary.


Corporate Investigations

  • In-depth research and analysis to uncover hidden
    insights and critical information.
  • Examination of market trends, competitor activities,
    and industry developments.
  • Actionable intelligence to support strategic
    decision-making and mitigate risks.

Background Checks

  • Verification of personal, professional, and financial
    histories.
  • Examination of criminal records, employment
    history, and educational qualifications.
  • Detailed analysis to ensure the reliability and
    integrity of individuals and organisations.

Integrity Due Diligence

  • Thorough investigation into the background and
    reputation of individuals or entities.
  • Evaluation of integrity, credibility, and ethical
    standards.
  • Identification of potential risks and vulnerabilities for
    informed decision-making.

Our approach is straightforward. We conduct human source enquiries,
physical record retrieval and open source intelligence to provide our clients
with a clear picture and critical insights, enabling them to make informed
decisions and protect their interests in complex environments.

Our approach

We know where to look and who to speak to. Our network of
trusted contacts across Africa ensures our clients receive the
answers they need. Being immersed in the region allows us to
deliver timely insights grounded in first-hand experience and local
knowledge. Whether you need to verify reputational concerns,
assess risks or understand the realities on the ground, our human
source enquiries deliver clarity and confidence.

We do this with ethical conduct at the forefront of our work. Our ultimate
goal is to provide our clients with valuable, actionable information, empowering
them to make well-informed business decisions.

Our services are tried and trusted by leading
risk consultancies...

We have worked with AfriIntel across many African countries on projects requiring open source
investigation, human source enquiries, background screening, site visits, and document retrievals.


Our experience has been very positive. AfriIntel always demonstrates the three key components of a
successful collaboration: good communication, timeliness and adherence to deadlines, and high-quality
research.


AfriIntel’s services helped our company to provide our clients with reliable information across much of
Africa. AfriIntel is always helpful in explaining local limitations and helping us and our clients to understand
the methods required on the ground.


We would highly recommend AfriIntel's services as their work is always to a great standard and their
offerings are very versatile.

Manager, Global Corporate Intelligence Firm

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Associate Director, Global Risk and Strategic Consulting Firm


Our experience with collaborating with AfriIntel over the past six months has been quite a positive
experience for our company. They are resourceful and creative, which we find to be two of the most
important (and hard to find) traits in this type of collaboration.


They are timely, responsive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure we are all on the same page
and delivering a high-quality product to our clients, especially in jurisdictions where there is not a lot of
clarity. Highly recommend!


Senior Manager, Global Business Intelligence and Risk Advisory Firm

and by top financial institutions and industry
leaders worldwide...

AfriIntel was recently appointed to provide a service to OMF. The team demonstrated a deep understanding
of the requirements and delivered insightful analysis that significantly contributed to our decision-making.
Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident in every interaction.


We appreciate the collaborative approach and the timely updates that kept us informed at each stage. The
final report was comprehensive and well-presented, making it easy for us to digest the findings.


Thank you for your support. We look forward to the possibility of working together again in the future.


Glenn Van Eck, Head of Forensics at Old Mutual Finance

Exceptionally adept at gathering information while maintaining complete discretion throughout the process.


Their expertise was invaluable when we faced a specific challenge concerning a product stuck at a port in
Benin. Through their efforts, they obtained crucial information that greatly informed our decision-making
process.


Director, International Food Manufacturer

Locations: South Africa and United Kingdom

Email: info@afriintel.com

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