OWANA FAQs

Owana Consulting is a brand protection and market intelligence firm dedicated to helping companies safeguard their products, reputation, and consumers from counterfeiting and illicit trade. We conduct covert investigations, market surveillance, mystery shopping, and enforcement coordination to ensure your brand remains trusted and respected across Africa.

Owana Consulting operates across Africa, supported by trusted local networks and regional field teams. Our operations extend to key markets including Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, Benin, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Guinea, Cameroon, Gabon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Congo-Brazzaville, Rwanda, and Morocco. This broad presence enables us to respond swiftly and effectively to counterfeiting threats anywhere your brand is at risk.

We treat every project with the highest level of discretion and data protection. All investigations are handled by vetted professionals, and sensitive information is securely managed using encrypted reporting channels to ensure full client confidentiality.

Our field teams use a combination of covert market audits, undercover test purchases, supply chain tracing, and digital intelligence to identify counterfeit sources and map illegal networks. Each operation is carefully planned to generate actionable insights and support enforcement when necessary.

Yes. We maintain strong partnerships with customs, police, and regulatory agencies across Africa. Our experts coordinate closely with local enforcement to ensure legally compliant, high-impact interventions that lead to tangible results.

We assist brands across multiple sectors, including consumer electronics, spirits and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, fashion, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Our approach is always tailored to each industry’s unique challenges and risks.

You can reach our operations team via operations@owanaconsulting.com or by whatsapp +225 07 08 293 839. We’ll schedule an initial consultation to understand your needs and design a custom brand protection strategy suited to your market.