In short
- US OFAC - Recent Actions removed SAFARI CLUB, CENTRE DE LOISIR SAFARI CLUB, and "SAFARI BEACH" with Registration ID 1322 from the SDN List.
- OFAC made an administrative change from "½" to "1/2" in a Cuba-related listing with Entity Code 14124.
What happened
OFAC has removed several entries related to Francois Olenga from its Specially Designated Nationals List, including multiple aliases and associated entities such as SAFARI CLUB, CENTRE DE LOISIR SAFARI CLUB, and "SAFARI BEACH" with Registration ID 1322. These deletions affect individuals and entities linked to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Additionally, OFAC made an administrative update to a Cuba-related listing, changing the character "½" to "1/2" in the address of CENTRO DE INVESTIGACION Y DESARROLLO DE ARMAMENTO DE INFANTERIA, which holds Entity Code 14124. No new listings or sanctions were added as part of this update.
In numbers
- 1322 Registration ID for SAFARI CLUB and related entities
- 14124 Entity Code for CENTRO DE INVESTIGACION Y DESARROLLO DE ARMAMENTO DE INFANTERIA
What compliance teams should check
- Screen all customer and transaction records for Francois Olenga and aliases: OLENGA TATE, OLENGA TETE, OKUNJI, OTSHUNDI.
- Update internal watchlists to remove SAFARI CLUB, CENTRE DE LOISIR SAFARI CLUB, and "SAFARI BEACH" with Registration ID 1322.
- Verify address formatting for CENTRO DE INVESTIGACION Y DESARROLLO DE ARMAMENTO DE INFANTERIA, ensuring "Km 8 1/2" matches Entity Code 14124.
Why it matters
OFAC's removal of Francois Olenga and related entities from the SDN List means financial institutions must promptly update their screening systems to avoid unnecessary holds or alerts. The administrative change to the Cuba-related listing highlights the importance of precise data management, as even minor address changes can affect compliance workflows. These updates ensure that compliance officers maintain accurate sanctions lists and avoid regulatory or operational errors when processing transactions involving affected parties.
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