Turning Evidence
Into Sustainable
Livelihood Impact
Research, strategy, learning, and institutional support for sustainable development across Africa.
Partners & Collaborators — Eastern Africa
FEAST
ETC ConsultingConnecting evidence-based expertise with the organisations driving inclusive development across Eastern Africa.
Bridging the gap between research and impact
Livelihood Lab Africa was founded by development professionals who saw the need for practical, locally grounded and evidence-driven solutions to Africa's development challenges.
Incorporated in Kenya in 2023, the firm provides strategic consulting, evidence-based research, systematic reviews, technical assistance, MEAL, and capacity development services to public, private, and non-profit organisations across Kenya and the wider African region.
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Evidence-Driven
Every recommendation we make is grounded in rigorous data, research, and honest reflection on what works.
Locally Grounded
Our team brings deep contextual knowledge of African development realities — not imported solutions.
Globally Competitive
We apply internationally rigorous standards while remaining responsive to the unique demands of the African development context.
Integrated support across the project cycle
From evidence generation and programme design through to evaluation, learning and institutional strengthening — we support the full arc of development work.
Research & Evidence Generation
Rigorous qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research that produces actionable evidence for development decision-making.
- Baseline, midline and endline studies
- Needs assessments and situational analyses
Systematic Reviews & Evidence Synthesis
Comprehensive reviews and evidence syntheses that help clients understand what works, for whom, and under what conditions.
- Systematic and scoping reviews
- Rapid evidence assessments
Strategic Consulting & Advisory
Strategic planning, programme design, and institutional advisory that translate evidence into coherent development strategy.
- Strategic planning and programme design
- Institutional and partnership advisory
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning
End-to-end MEAL systems that enable adaptive management, accountability, and continuous organisational learning.
- MEAL systems and results frameworks
- Theories of change and indicators
Training & Capacity Development
Customised training and mentorship programmes that build lasting in-house capability across research, MEAL, and development practice.
- Research methods and MEAL training
- Project management and gender workshops
Gender Equality & Social Inclusion
Gender analyses and social inclusion assessments that support inclusive and equitable programme design and implementation.
- Gender analyses and inclusion assessments
- Gender-responsive programme reviews
Participatory, rigorous, and results-oriented
Our approach is evidence-based, context-sensitive, and designed to produce findings that are used — not just filed. We combine desk review, field research, stakeholder engagement, data analysis and learning-oriented reporting.
Across all assignments, we apply gender-responsive, socially inclusive, and locally grounded methodologies. Quality assurance and practical knowledge transfer are embedded throughout.
Define
We work closely with clients to clarify objectives, understand the operating context, and agree on practical questions that research can answer.
Design
Methodology is tailored to context. We combine qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods approaches, always mindful of rigour and real-world constraints.
Deliver
Field research, data collection, analysis and validation sessions produce evidence that is robust, readable and actionable.
Embed
Results are translated into practical recommendations and shared through learning processes that build capacity and drive sustained change.
Evidence for decisions that matter
Work across Africa's development landscape
A firm you can build with
We bring the rigour of international development practice with the agility and insight of an African firm that knows this terrain intimately.
Locally grounded, regionally connected
Our team has deep contextual knowledge of African development realities, bringing relevant insights no external firm can replicate.
Flexible associate network
A growing pool of technical specialists and associates allows us to scale expertise to match the precise demands of each assignment.
Evidence, learning and practical application
We don't just produce reports. We embed learning processes that ensure findings are understood, owned, and used.
End-to-end support
From research design and baseline studies through to midline, endline, and institutional learning — we can support the full project lifecycle.
Integrity and accountability
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism, transparency and ethical practice in every engagement.
Adaptive and collaborative
We work with clients, not for them — adapting our methods and approach to serve the real needs of each context.
A multidisciplinary team of development professionals
Four directors with complementary expertise in strategy, technical delivery, programme management and client success.
Shayne Gladys Khaemba
Managing Director
Shayne leads the firm's strategic direction and oversees client engagement, institutional partnerships, and organisational performance. She brings extensive experience in development programme management, stakeholder coordination, and consulting practice leadership across Kenya and the wider East African region.
Calvin Ambolwa Odari
Technical Services Director
Calvin directs the firm's technical portfolio, overseeing research design, methodology, quality assurance, and the delivery of evidence generation and advisory assignments. He has deep expertise in applied development research and MEAL systems.
Jack Malit
Programs Director
Jack manages the firm's programme operations, project delivery, and field implementation. He brings hands-on experience in livelihoods programming, food systems, enterprise development, and community-based project management across Kenya and the Horn of Africa.
Judy Mutegi
Strategy Director
Judy leads the firm's strategy, business development, and client relationships. She specialises in institutional strategy, organisational learning, systematic evidence synthesis, and the design of evidence-driven programmes. Her background spans research, consulting, and senior advisory roles across the development sector.
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Let's build evidence-based solutions together
Whether you are looking for a research partner, an evaluation team, strategic advisory or capacity support — we would welcome the opportunity to discuss your needs.
Or email us at llabafrica009@gmail.com