Meet Theo Stainer
AfriIntel is run by Theo, a Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) with extensive experience in investigations and reputational due diligence. He works with a trusted network of researchers, journalists, local fixers and legal experts across the continent — and is known for delivering fast, discreet and reliable insight.
Prior to founding AfriIntel, Theo worked at two of the leading due diligence and investigations firms in Africa, delivering high-value research and investigative support to global consultancies, investors, and corporates. He has lived in South Africa, Kenya, and Senegal, and has travelled extensively across the region.
Our Services
Human Source Enquiries
Expert Insights
Discreet interviews with well-placed individuals to uncover sensitive, non-public information — the type of intelligence no desktop search can find.
Corporate Investigations
Tailored Solutions
Bespoke investigations to answer complex questions — from opaque ownership structures to insider risk and market reputation.
Integrity Due Diligence
Actionable Intellgience
In-depth reputational checks on individuals and entities. Identify political exposure, source of wealth, conflicts of interest and hidden affiliations.
Asset Tracing
Admissible Evidence
Track recoverable assets using open-source and human-led intelligence. Support legal claims with verified documentation and insights.
AfriIntel The Numbers
30+
Countries Covered
10+
Global Risk Firms Subcontract To Us
8/10
Referrals Through Word of Mouth
The AfriIntel Advantage
Transparency Assured
We’re clear about what we can deliver — and what we can’t. Every project begins with honest scoping and ends with a source-backed report. No generic content. Just insight you can rely on.
Source-Driven Intelligence
We go beyond desktop research. Our work is built on human intelligence from credible, vetted sources — backed by public records and nuanced local context. You get more than facts: you get clarity.
Personal Engagement
You work directly with us, not through layers of account managers. We stay agile and responsive, tailoring each project to your needs, priorities, and timelines.
Expert Analysis
From politically exposed figures to opaque offshore entities, we’ve handled sensitive investigations across the continent. Our insights meet the standards of international consultancies, legal teams, and compliance officers.
Clients Share Their Stories
"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
"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
"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