Illicit Trade and Counterfeit Product Investigations
Complete solutions that protect brands, intellectual property and supply chains from counterfeit and illicit goods.
Afri Risk specialises in the investigation of illicit trade and counterfeit products. Our investigative services combine intelligence gathering, surveillance, harm reduction, evidence collection, compliance with the Liquor Products Act and strategic stakeholder engagement in order to identify, expose and disrupt the manufacture, distribution and sale of counterfeit and illicit goods.
We conduct detailed market and supply chain investigations that identify the sources of counterfeit products, map distribution networks and gather legally admissible evidence to support enforcement and legal proceedings. Our investigators work discreetly and professionally, applying proven investigative methodology to uncover criminal activity while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Grey market activity
Afri Risk also conducts comprehensive investigations into grey market activity, identifying the unauthorised importation, distribution and sale of genuine products through unofficial channels. Our investigations trace parallel supply chains, identify points of diversion, detect breaches of authorised distribution agreements and uncover unauthorised resellers. By providing detailed intelligence and actionable evidence, we assist brand owners in protecting pricing strategy, preserving channel integrity and safeguarding brand reputation.
What the client receives
Evidence that stands up where it counts.
- Brand and intellectual property protection.
- Intelligence and distribution network mapping across parallel and unofficial channels.
- Legally admissible evidence prepared for enforcement and legal proceedings.
- Enforcement and prosecution support, including liaison with all the relevant authorities.
Counterfeit product in your channel?
Tell us where it is surfacing and what you have seen. We will map the channel and gather the evidence you need to act.