Effective Date: 6/27/2025
Applies to: All users, staff, contractors, and partners of Afriancer.

Afriancer is committed to maintaining the highest standards of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), and Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance in accordance with international and applicable local laws.

1. Purpose

This policy outlines procedures for:

  • Preventing misuse of Afriancer for money laundering or terrorism financing.

  • Ensuring customer identification and transaction monitoring.

  • Complying with global AML/CTF obligations.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All registered users (freelancers and clients)

  • Internal staff, compliance officers, and vendors

3. Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

Afriancer conducts:

  • Basic KYC: Verification of name, address, contact details.

  • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): For high-risk users, including ID verification and proof of address.

  • Ongoing Monitoring: Regular checks for suspicious activities or unusual transaction patterns.

4. Transaction Monitoring

Transactions are monitored using automated and manual reviews to detect:

  • Sudden spikes in activity

  • Repeated failed withdrawals or payments

  • Use of multiple accounts from the same IP

5. Reporting Suspicious Activities

Afriancer will report:

  • Any suspicious activity to relevant financial intelligence units.

  • Activities relating to money laundering, fraud, or terrorism financing.

Reports are confidential and filed by the Compliance Officer.

6. Record Keeping

Afriancer retains:

  • User KYC records for at least 5 years

  • Transaction logs and communications for audit and investigation purposes

7. Training and Awareness

Staff are trained regularly on:

  • AML/CTF obligations

  • Identifying and escalating red flags

  • Data handling and confidentiality

8. Internal Sanctions for Non-Compliance

Failure to comply may result in:

  • Suspension or termination of account

  • Disciplinary action

  • Legal reporting to authorities

9. Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)

PEPs undergo enhanced scrutiny. Users are required to self-declare if they are PEPs or related to one.

10. Review and Updates

This AML policy is reviewed annually or as required by law and operational changes.

11. Contact

Questions about this policy may be directed to:

Email: [email protected]
Compliance Officer: c m
Address: Jeda House, 5th Floor, Room J7