About US

Our Values

Mission

To be the leading catalyst for innovation and transformation in the IT and finance sectors, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital age across Africa.

Vision

With our strategic expertise and unmatched support, we enable businesses to achieve sustainable growth by harnessing the power of technology and finance.

Commitement

Delivering tailored business advice, digital and financial solutions, and expert consultancy to drive forward the digital and financial landscape in Africa.

Overview of Blackswan Group Consulting: Focused on Emerging and Frontier Markets in Banking and Financial Services

Blackswan specializes in providing strategic advisory and operational transformation services to banking and financial services institutions in emerging and frontier markets. With expertise in navigating the unique challenges and opportunities within these dynamic markets, the firm focuses on delivering innovative solutions that foster sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and technological advancement.

Tailor-madeServices Adapted to your needs

Delivering tailored business advice, digital and financial solutions, and expert consultancy to drive forward the digital and financial landscape in Africa.

Our Team

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SOUFFIANE Askalane

Founder and CEO

Souffiane Askalane is an experienced executive in customer relationship management within the banking sector, with a proven track record in the financial services industry. He excels at establishing and maintaining strategic relationships with key clients, driving business growth, and delivering customized solutions.

With expertise in multi-asset management and software applications, Souffiane has consistently exceeded client expectations and generated significant revenue growth. His skills include business development, cloud migrations, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.

He has held leadership positions at S&P Global Market Intelligence and IHS Markit, where he managed high-profile accounts in banking, asset management, and credit.

Prior to joining IHS Markit and S&P, he spent more than 15 years in syndicated loan markets at leading institutions such as Credit Suisse and Wells Fargo (Agency & Middle Office), where he ensured streamlined operational excellence.

Souffiane holds a Master’s degree in Economics with a concentration in Banking and Finance from the University of Paris Panthéon-Sorbonne.

ALI TOIHIR Anthur

Founder and CEO

Anthur Ali Toihir is a senior expert in enterprise network infrastructures with over twenty years of experience. He specializes in assisting project owners (AMOA) and project management (AMOE), as well as managing technical centers and network administration.

His career is marked by technical leadership and project management roles in various companies and international organizations.

Anthur Ali Toihir stands out for his commitment, technical expertise, and managerial skills, making him a major asset for any organization looking to optimize its network and system infrastructures.

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HOUSSEIN Nawad

Chief Marketing

Nawad has built his experience as a consultant through hands-on work, providing innovative solutions.

His mastery of multiple languages, including English, Mandarin, and French, along with a range of professional certifications, positions him as a versatile asset for any international project or organization.

Nawad stands out for his expertise in the local market and works as a consultant for organizations in Moroni, London, Paris, and China.