Founded in 2008, Cenfri is an independent, not-for-profit development consultancy that works towards inclusive economic growth and sustainable development in emerging markets. Its core focus is inclusive financial sector development and welfare-enhancing digital transformation. Cenfri has physical offices in Cape Town and Kigali but has worked in more than 45 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Cenfri collaborates with partners to deliver impact through research and data analysis, innovation strategies, capacity development, technical assistance and convening.
Contact details
- Website:
- https://cenfri.org/
- Address:
- The Vineyards Office Estate, Farm 1, Block A, 99 Jip de Jager Drive, Bellville, South Africa
- Country:
- South Africa
- Sub-region:
- Southern Africa
Areas of focus
Topics of research
Geographics of focus
Africa, Middle East and Asia
Operating languages
English
Organisation details
Business model
Non-profit
Year founded
2008
Institutional affiliations
No affiliation
Founded by
Founders: Doubell Chamberlain
Founder gender: All male
Founder gender: All male
Leadership
Leader(s) (2025): Doubell Chamberlain
Leader gender: Male
Leader gender: Male
Staff size
2025
Cenfri
South Africa average
Global average
% Female staff
2025
Cenfri
South Africa average
Global average
Age (years)
Cenfri
South Africa average
Global average
% Female researchers
2025
Cenfri
South Africa average
Global average
Organisational performance
Publications
2024
Cenfri
South Africa average
Global average
Social
Data notes
Last
updated: 09/01/2026
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