Incorporated as an LLC in 2008 in Nairobi, Kenya, KATUNI emerged as a research focused consultancy, providing expert guidance and hands-on facilitation to a wide range of institutions, including the UN Development Programme, UN Women, the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), The World Bank, and Adam Smith International.

As donors reduce aid budgets, the private sector's role in development is expanding—through inclusive business models, impact investing, and shared value partnerships. KATUNI’s team of seasoned development professionals and former diplomats are helping to lead this pivot in service to sustainable development and economic growth.

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A team of former diplomats, development advisors, and local field operators guiding responsible growth in African markets.

  • We bring insider knowledge of how programs are designed, funded, and evaluated—from the boardroom to the field.

  • We operate at the intersection of public and private, understanding how policy, power, and capital move.

  • We are not just analysts—we are pragmatic operators who know how to get things done in real-world conditions.