KEMA Associates
was created after the foreign assistance shake-up in 2025…
We recognized and responded to important changes occurring in the economic development space, especially the rapid transition to projects whose success depends on continuous investment and the central role of private capital.
As traditional conceptions of “foreign aid” are replaced by market fundamentals, our team of veterans has re-imagined the sector to prioritize outcomes that improve both business performance and the livelihoods of citizens and consumers.
Mission
The mission of KEMA Associates is to implement investment-driven projects that transform public, private and philanthropic capital into sustainable social and economic outcomes.
Vision
We work to strengthen governance, build technical capacity and support local decision-making so that spending results in measurable, long-term impact rather than short-term outputs.
Our vision is the achievement of social and economic objectives through institutional spending decisions. We believe that lasting improvements in livelihoods, business longevity and environmental protection can only occur by leveraging local priorities and resource allocation.
Values
Ownership
Host country government (national or subnational) demonstrate pre-existing commitment to project goals, especially through official statements and regular use of own resources.
Impact
Projects improve the livelihoods of citizens, especially those who have been historically marginalized.
Reality Check
Projects are informed by frank assessment of what has worked, failed, or provided insufficient data to measure outcomes.
Transparency & Accountability
Information about the description of our projects (activities, outputs, goals) and outcomes is available to the general public and subject to external evaluation.
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Whether you need to implement a comprehensive project or deliver a specific output, we´ve seen it before and we know how to do it right.