Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement
Statement made pursuant to Section 54 of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 for the financial year ending 2026, setting out our zero-tolerance stance and supply chain verification controls.
1. Firm Structure & Zero-Tolerance Stance
Mtengwa Strategic Advisory is an executive technology, cybersecurity, and enterprise architecture advisory firm. As a provider of professional knowledge services, our direct workforce comprises highly qualified advisory professionals and accredited technical leaders.
We operate with absolute zero tolerance for modern slavery, forced labour, bonded servitude, or human trafficking across our direct operations, client engagements, and global procurement supply chain.
2. Supply Chain Risk Analysis & Categorization
While our direct professional services represent an inherently low risk of modern slavery, we recognize that technological supply chains—particularly hardware fabrication and electronic components—carry higher global vulnerabilities. We categorize and audit our supply chain as follows:
| Supply Tier | Typical Vendors | Risk Rating | Due Diligence Controls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud & Telecommunications | Hyperscale cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP), UK tier-1 telecom carriers. | Low | Annual audit of published Modern Slavery statements and ESG disclosures. |
| Hardware & Devices | Investigative workstations, Apple enterprise silicon, YubiKey hardware tokens. | Medium | Procurement strictly through certified Tier-1 distributors adhering to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) codes. |
| Professional Services & Counsel | External legal counsels (Abba Zanzibar Attorneys), forensic accountants. | Negligible | Direct contractual warranty incorporating Modern Slavery Act 2015 adherence. |
3. Due Diligence & Contractual Warranties
To mitigate modern slavery risks throughout our operations, we execute the following preventative workflows:
- Contractual Compliance Clauses: We mandate anti-slavery compliance warranties in all supplier and subcontractor master agreements.
- Fair Compensation: We ensure all staff and contractors receive compensation well above the UK Living Wage standard.
- Right-to-Work Verification: Complete identity and right-to-work verification is conducted prior to onboarded engagements.
- Whistleblower Access: All personnel and third-party contractors possess unhindered access to our confidential whistleblowing desk without fear of reprisal.
4. Board Approval & Principal Sign-Off
This statement has been reviewed and formally approved by the Principal Advisor and executive leadership of Mtengwa Strategic Advisory. It is reviewed annually following the conclusion of each financial year.
