Consultancy Services

I provide expert guidance on East African culture, society, and creative sectors to help organisations and institutions make informed, culturally grounded decisions. My services combine research, analysis, and hands-on support tailored to your needs.

I have worked with filmmakers, arts organisations, publishing houses, and universities across the USA, Africa, and Europe, providing insights, research, and consultancy that inform impactful projects worldwide.

Cultural and Regional Insight Briefings

Customised reports on East African countries to support strategic decision-making, including:

Historical and political context
Cultural and linguistic dynamics
Risk analysis and regional developments

Ideal for: NGOs, donor agencies, diplomats

Editorial and Content Consulting

Support for accurate, sensitive, and compelling narratives about East Africa:

Sensitivity reads and context vetting
Op-ed development and editorial support
Regional story sourcing and research

Ideal for: Media outlets, advocacy organizations, academic publishers

Qualitative Research and Analysis

Design and execution of culturally informed research projects:

Research design and planning
Literature reviews and contextual framing
Thematic analysis and reporting

Ideal for: Think tanks, policy institutes, research organisations

Workshops and Trainings

Interactive sessions to build cultural fluency and storytelling skills:

East African cultural literacy and intercultural sensitivity
Ethical storytelling and representation
Writing and reporting across cultures

Ideal for: NGOs, journalism programs, universities

Arts and Cultural Consulting

Expert guidance for programs and projects in the East African creative sector:

Cultural analysis and strategic advice
Artist collaboration and grantmaking support
Curatorial and storytelling guidance

Ideal for: Arts funders, curators, cultural institutions, NGOs

Historical & Literary Consulting for Creative Projects

Support for creative work grounded in East African history and culture:

Historical verification and literary interpretation
Archival research support
Cultural authenticity review for scripts, books, and exhibitions

Ideal for: Filmmakers, museums, authors, publishers

Get in touch

If you’re an organisation, institution or individual looking for support on cultural, historical, or research projects, let’s connect - I’d be happy to discuss how my expertise can contribute to your work.