- Nature. Security. Advisory
Where nature and security meet, the stakes are highest and the solutions most demanding.
Kilimanyika is a management and advisory firm operating
at the nexus of biodiversity, finance, and human security.
We advise governments, multilateral agencies, and the
private sector on conservation finance, biodiversity policy,
conflict-sensitive governance, and climate-security.
Two principals. Fifty years’ combined field experience.
Thirty-seven countries. One integrated advisory practice.
About Us
Kilimanyika is a UK-registered management and advisory
firm delivering programme design, strategic evaluation,
and policy advisory services at the intersection of
biodiversity, finance, and human security. We work for
governments, multilateral agencies, and the private sector
across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.
The firm is led by two principals whose combined expertise
spans the full breadth of the nexus between nature and
security
Kilimanyika offer professional services in natural resources management, biodiversity conservation and peace and security.
Typical engagements include: GEF programme design and
CEO Endorsement preparation; protected area financing
and trust fund structuring; blended finance feasibility
and TNFD advisory; portfolio and programme evaluation;
conflict and political economy analysis; gender-based
violence programme design and evaluation; Women Peace
and Security strategy development; climate-security
assessments; and transboundary landscape strategy
facilitation.
Forestry
Fisheries
Wildlife Conservation
Local Community Engagement
How we can help?
We offer policy, strategy, financing and project management advisory services on climate change, sustainable energy, nature-positive transitions, forestry, fisheries, local community engagement, wildlife conservation, and eco-tourism. We also conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and provide Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) services for a wide range of development projects. We work closely with clients to identify, design, and deliver practical solutions to development challenges.
Our Focus
Our approach emphasizes inclusivity and effective use of resources to deliver innovative solutions.
Forestry
We provide innovative solutions in private and protected forest development and management. Our approaches in forestry emphasize local community involvement and ownership. We help our clients apply Nature Based Solutions (NBS) in forestry for enhanced livelihoods.
Fisheries
Kilimanyika's fisheries work focuses on improving the productivity and sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture in Africa. We focus on enhancing local communities' food and nutrition security, increasing incomes, and promoting sustainable fisheries resource management. We help our clients develop and implement innovative practices and technologies to support small-scale fish farmers and fishers while improving the resilience of aquatic ecosystems.
Local Community Engagement
We facilitate development by working closely with communities to ensure their active participation and benefits. We conduct needs assessments, facilitate stakeholder engagements, design and implement development projects, and provide a range of capacity-building training. We also work with clients to monitor and evaluate project progress, advocate for community interests, and promote sustainable development practices. We help our clients ensure that development projects and interventions are inclusive and effective.
Wildlife Conservation
We provide expert guidance and support on the protection and sustainable management of wildlife resources. We conduct ecological assessments, develop, and implement conservation strategies, and work with local communities to promote participatory conservation practices. We also facilitate stakeholder engagement, provide capacity development support, and help our clients develop effective wildlife management policies and regulatory frameworks.
Project Cycle Management
We guide our clients in planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating development projects - to ensure they are effective, sustainable, and beneficial to local communities. We help clients conduct participatory needs assessments, project design, and resource planning. We also carry out project-specific monitoring and evaluations of natural resource management programs - to measure impact and outcomes.