Value proposition

A think-tank that provides a platform for informed discussions in order to influence public policy in Kenya.



The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA Kenya) is a think-tank that provides a platform for informed discussions in order to influence public policy in Kenya. We seek to promote pluralism of ideas through open, active and informed debate on public policy issues. We undertake research and conduct public education on key economic and topical issues in public affairs in Kenya and the region, and utilise the outcomes of the research for policy dialogue and to influence policy making.
Incorporated in Kenya in 1994, under the Companies Act as a company without share capital, under the Memorandum and Articles of Association; and limited by guarantee of its members, IEA Kenya is independent of political parties, pressure groups and lobbies, or any other partisan interests.

IEA Kenya is governed by a non-executive board of directors responsible for directing and overseeing the operations of the institute: the programmes, administration and the general membership.

Public Finance Management, Trade and Development, Futures Approach, Regulation and Competition, Policy Engagement & Communication, and Special Projects