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South Consulting Africa Ltd is a governance and development think tank founded in 1998 by professionals engaged in social development and governance across Eastern and Southern Africa, with a mission to provide solutions from the Global South.

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    Across Africa, communities face deepening inequality, governance challenges, and systemic barriers to progress. The same systems that perpetuate poverty and exclusion also undermine democracy, environmental justice, and access to basic rights.

    For over 20 years, South Consulting has partnered with governments, civil society, and development actors to:

    • Strengthen governance through political economy analysis and institutional reforms

    • Amplify citizen voices in devolution and public participation processes

    • Advance gender equity and inclusive development strategies

    • Monitor and evaluate programs to ensure measurable, lasting impact

    This is not just technical work—it’s a fight for systemic change. Together, we’re building a future where African expertise drives solutions that are just, sustainable, and owned by communities. The time to act is now.

    From Policy Research to Program Delivery

    For over 25 years, South Consulting has been the trusted partner for governments, NGOs, and development agencies seeking African-led solutions to complex governance challenges.

    Our team of locally rooted experts specializes in six core services that drive systemic change: Political Economy Analysis to decode power dynamics, Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks that prove impact, Program Design that turns policies into action, Institutional Strengthening for enduring capacity, Gender & Inclusion strategies that leave no one behind, and Crisis Transition Support to stabilize fragile contexts.

    We don’t just study governance systems—we redesign them with tools like our signature Power-Lever Matrix and Governance Performance Index.

    Monitoring, Evaluation & Research
    Prove impact, adapt
    Program Design & Grant Management
    From concept to funding
    Political Economy Analysis
    Power dynamics
    Organizational Transformation
    Build resilient institutions
    Education, Gender & Inclusion
    Embed equity systematically
    Crisis & Transition Support
    Stabilize and rebuild

    Strengthening Governance for Sustainable Development

    Effective governance is our strongest tool to balance economic growth, social equity, and environmental stewardship. By strengthening institutions and policies, we create systems that serve people while safeguarding natural resources—ensuring long-term prosperity for all.

    Governance is the backbone of sustainable development. It stabilizes economies, upholds rights, and unlocks opportunities for marginalized groups, including Indigenous communities and rural populations.

    Yet across Africa, critical ecosystems and livelihoods remain at risk. Weak enforcement, conflicting policies, and inequitable decision-making threaten progress. Too often, short-term gains overshadow inclusive, long-term solutions.

    Our Latest News

    Watch video: Why Kenyan politicians spend billions of shillings to mount a serious campaign during elections
    18 August 2025
    Watch video: Why Kenyan politicians spend billions of shillings to mount a serious campaign during elections
    Why Kenyan politicians spend billions of shillings to mount a serious campaign during elections
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    Watch video: Voter Registration and Civic Education
    18 August 2025
    Watch video: Voter Registration and Civic Education
    Voter Registration and Civic Education
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    Kenya’s Universities Face a Sustainability Crisis—Not Just a Funding One
    27 July 2025
    Kenya’s Universities Face a Sustainability Crisis—Not Just a Funding One
    Many universities in Kenya are experiencing serious financial distress. Several are unable to meet basic operational costs, including paying salaries, while some are effectively insolvent—unable to settle their debts or remit statutory deductions.
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    In Kenya—and Much of Africa—Conflicts Often Benefit Politicians
    27 July 2025
    In Kenya—and Much of Africa—Conflicts Often Benefit Politicians
    It is widely recognised that the success or failure of development in any society is closely tied to politics. Politics revolves around negotiation, competition, and sometimes conflict, particularly in the production, distribution, and use of resources.
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    Kenya Is Grappling with Economic Challenges—Not a Political Crisis | Nation
    27 July 2025
    Kenya Is Grappling with Economic Challenges—Not a Political Crisis | Nation
    The recent protests and unrest in Kenya may give the impression that the country is experiencing a political crisis. Some political leaders have even gone so far as to call for international mediation, likening the current situation to the 2007–08 post-election crisis that led to Kofi Annan’s intervention.
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