Research Companies in Kenya

Research is the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. Research has been the backbone of many industrialised first class economies. With a growing need for research across the globe, kenya has been taking a progressive step towards championing for research and innovation.

Research companies in kenya and their speciality:

Research companies in Kenya can be grouped into government, non-governmental(NGO’S) and private research companies.

Governmental Research companies

These are companies under the government of Kenya that work to support key government infrastructure through research and innovation. They are mainly funded by the government and can partner with non-governmental institutions to provide key services such as health and technological research.

  1. KEMRI (Kenya Medical Research Institute)
    – Dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions, KEMRI is a cornerstone of medical research in Kenya. From infectious diseases to public health interventions, KEMRI’s work is instrumental in improving healthcare outcomes and combating health challenges such as the COVID19 vaccine.
  2. KALRO (Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization)
    – Focusing on agricultural research and technology development, KALRO plays a crucial role in enhancing productivity and sustainability in Kenya’s agricultural sector. Through research-driven solutions, KALRO is driving agricultural innovation and resilience.
  3. KEFRI (Kenya Forestry Research Institute)
    As a leader in forestry research and conservation, KEFRI is dedicated to sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation in Kenya. Through research and community engagement, KEFRI is safeguarding Kenya’s forests for future generations.
  4. KIRDI (Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute)
    – KIRDI is a public research institution under Ministry of Trade, Investment and Industry. The history of KIRDI dates back to 1942, when the then colonial government established a central laboratory at Kabete, Nairobi, to promote industrial development. This laboratory was administered by the Kenya Industrial Management Board (KIMBO).
  5. KEBS (Kenya Bureau of Standards)
    As Kenya’s national standards body, KEBS plays a critical role in promoting quality and standards across various industries. Through research and standards development, KEBS ensures product quality, consumer safety, and industry compliance in Kenya’s market.

Non-governmental research companies (NGO’S)

These are mainly international organisations that are championing for research and innovation and have their offices in Kenya.

  1. CIP (International Potato Center)
    – The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa including Kenya, Asia and Latin America.
    – In the realm of agricultural research, CIP stands out for its innovative work in promoting sustainable potato farming and food security. By harnessing research to develop high-yielding potato varieties and farming practices, CIP is empowering farmers and communities across Kenya.
  2. ILRI (International Livestock Research Institute)
    – At the forefront of agricultural research, ILRI plays a pivotal role in enhancing food security and resilience in Kenya and beyond. Through cutting-edge research and partnerships, ILRI is transforming livestock systems to benefit smallholder farmers and communities.
    – ILRI is also a CGIAR research centre, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centres in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector.
  3. Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute
    – The Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and effective use of novel biomedical interventions addressing substantial global health concerns and for which the required development investment by traditional biopharmaceutical organizations is lacking.
    – The institute works through collaborating partners and organizations, coordinating and driving the full spectrum of biopharmaceutical development activities, including pre-clinical development, full clinical development (from phase 1 through to and including phase 3), and global regulatory interactions. 
    – The institute focuses on programs aimed at reducing the burden of TB, malaria, diarrheal diseases, and maternal, newborn, and child illnesses worldwide.
  4. World Health Organisation
    Puts science to work to build a healthier, safer world
    – The World Health Organization leads and champions global efforts to achieve better health for all. By connecting countries, people and partners, we strive to give everyone, everywhere an equal chance at a safe and healthy life.
    – From emerging epidemics such as COVID-19 and Zika to the persistent threat of communicable diseases including HIV, malaria and tuberculosis and chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer, we bring together 194 countries and work on the frontlines in 150+ locations to confront the biggest health challenges of our time and measurably advance the well-being of the world’s people.

Private Research Companies

Private research companies in kenya are positioned to using data to provide business and market research analysis.Market research analysis is the process of collecting and examining the data to decide whether there is a viable business opportunity with a certain product or service

Top Market Research Companies in Kenya:

  1. Research8020
    Research 8020 is an award-winning Market Research Company in Africa & Middle East (MEA) offering the accurate, reliable and cost effective market research and social research services in both continents.They have been providing end-to-end market research solutions for over 500 organizations varying from private companies to non-governmental organizations for close to a decade.
  2. Tobit Research Consulting Company
    Tobit Research Consulting Limited is a National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) certified research consulting firm (NITA/TRN/1926) partnering with corporate entities, National & County Governments, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in conducting Impact assessments, Situational surveys and Market surveys/feasibility studies.
  3. Infotrakresearch
    Infotrak Research and Consulting is a professional market and social research company that was founded and incorporated under the Laws of Kenya in 2004 following the vision of the founder to provide the Pan African Market with suitable information solutions required to sustain the needs of the ever-growing economies.
  4. Pars Research
    PARS Research offers market and social research services that include designing surveys, collecting data, analyzing the data, and presenting the findings. The company has a strong presence in the African research space.
  5. Dalberg Research-Research Solutions Africa
    Dalberg Research provides research and analysis that offers clients actionable solutions to their problems. We are a full-service research agency answering questions about markets, consumers and lifestyles across more than 20 African countries via quantitative and qualitative studies.
  6. Bristle Research and Consultancy services ltd
    We conduct market research using state-of-the-art scientific methods and techniques such as surveys, experiments, questionnaires, Interviews, and case studies, etc.
  7. Bridge Research Consulting
    We offer high-quality services designed to help you be more efficient, effective, impactful, and achieve more sustainable results.
  8. TIFA Research
    We leverage on technology to enhance our data collection processes and analysis. We use mobile phone data collection methods that guarantee high quality data outputs, faster and cost effectively.

Tobit research consulting company is also a leading research company in kenya that pushes for a positive economic change through data analysis and market research in Africa and beyond. We are also a champion in education research through Postgraduate proposal/thesis advisory, Proposal for funding, Literature review and Data collection.