We are an ethical, full-scope procurement partner for complex projects in Africa, combining global standards with local insight to deliver clarity, control, and measurable value.

Challenges

Challenges:

In African projects, procurement often becomes the weak link, opaque, delayed, and exposed to ethical risks.

Belief

Belief:

Better procurement enables better projects, operations and reputations.

Solutions

Solutions:

We bring strong procurement control: ethical standards, end-to-end process and local insight.

Impact

Impact:

Protected schedules and budgets, Fewer disputes, Stronger Partners, Compounding trust

Challenges
Belief
Solutions
Impact
Services
Advise — Procurement Advisory & Outsourcing
Operating model, governance, risk, TCO, supplier performance, and compliance.
Outcome:
  • Fewer surprises
  • Cleaner hand-offs
  • Better decisions
Manage — End-to-End Procurement
From sourcing and RFQs to evaluation, negotiation, expediting, inspection, logistics, and close-out.
Outcome:
  • On-time
  • From A to Z
  • Audit-ready
Trade — Selective, Secured
Low-risk, limited-value supplies and representation where compliance adds value.
Outcome:
  • Fewer surprises
  • Cleaner hand-offs
  • Better decisions
How we work
Define
Invite
Evaluate
Award
Expedite
Deliver
Scope, risks, roles agreed
RFQ/ITT to vetted vendors
Technical + commercial / contractual, documented
Clear contracts and terms
Production cadence, FAT/inspection, coordination, reporting, local presence, contractual management
Logistics, customs, trusted partners
Our Team
Mathieu Landais
Managing Partner

With over two decades of experience in global supply chain and procurement management, Mathieu brings a deep understanding of how strategy, structure, and people intersect to deliver results. 

His career spans from Procurement Engineer to Project Procurement Manager on large-scale EPC projects in the demanding Oil & Gas sector, managing complex contracts worth over USD 30 million and leading multicultural teams across continents.
 
Highly organized and driven, Mathieu combines analytical rigor with a human approach to leadership. Having lived and worked in several countries, and coming from a family of entrepreneurs, he now channels his experience and ambition into shaping Ekantra.

Mathieu Landais
Arvin Jeeban
CFO

With two decades of experience in financial management and corporate strategy, Arvin brings deep expertise in guiding businesses operating across diverse African markets.

A Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) with an MBA, he has built his career across global finance, offshore trust administration, and regional business leadership.

 

Analytical and forward-thinking, Arvin combines strong technical finance skills with a strategic mindset. His international experience and passion for financial research enable him to bring clarity, discipline, and long-term value creation to the organisations he supports.

Arvin Jeeban
Brian Muggeridge Andersen
Director

With over 25 years of experience in investments and business development across emerging markets, Brian brings deep expertise in financing, governance, and strategic growth.

His career spans private equity, project management, and capital market investments across sectors such as infrastructure, energy, real estate, and technology.
 
A seasoned board director and investor, Brian provides strategic guidance on governance, investment, and sustainable growth. Drawing on his extensive experience representing shareholder interests across multiple boards, he supports Ekantra in strengthening its financial foundations and driving long-term value creation.

Brian Muggeridge Andersen
Natacha Emilien
Director

With nearly two decades of experience leading transformation across engineering, financial services, and consulting, Natacha brings deep expertise in strategy, governance, and operational excellence.

She has successfully guided large-scale restructuring and performance initiatives, building efficient and purpose-driven organizations.
 
At Ekantra, she leverages her strategic and governance experience to strengthen procurement systems and drive sustainable growth. She also serves on several corporate boards, where she continues to promote ethical leadership and responsible business practices.

Natacha Emilien
Where We Operate
Africa Rooted. Globally Connected.
Tanzania
Kenya
Nigeria
South Africa
Ghana
Uganda