Data collection in Kenya
Household and facility surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and full field operations, run by our Kenya team.
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Comprehensive data and research services in Kenya
Data Collection and Research Services in Kenya
M31 Research provides reliable, high-quality data collection and research services tailored to Kenya's socio-economic and cultural landscape. We deliver actionable insights for international NGOs and multilateral institutions, drawing on years of fieldwork across urban, peri-urban and rural Africa.
- Field team
- 300+ trained enumerators
- Languages
- English and Swahili
- Office
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Digital tools
- SurveyCTO, KoboToolbox, ODK Collect
What we do in Kenya
Research services in Kenya
From our office in Nairobi, our Kenya team runs quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods studies, from health and WASH assessments to agricultural and food security surveys.
Monitoring and evaluation in Kenya
Baseline, midline and endline studies and independent evaluations that show what programmes are achieving and why.
Learn moreResearch and technical consulting
Study design, data analysis, reporting and technical assistance for programmes and policies in Kenya.
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Methods
Research methods we use in Kenya
Quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods studies, designed around your questions and delivered by trained local teams.
- Large-scale household surveys
- Focus group discussions (FGDs)
- Key informant interviews (KIIs)
- Observational studies
- Mobile-based surveys and census studies
- Ethnographic research
- Health and WASH assessments
- Agricultural and food security surveys
How we deliver
Fieldwork in Kenya, done properly
Local teams, sound logistics, the right approvals and data checked at every step.
Local field teams in Kenya
Our understanding of Kenya's diverse communities, combined with a strong enumerator presence in key regions, lets us conduct fieldwork with cultural sensitivity and accuracy. Our teams include bilingual enumerators fluent in English, Swahili and local dialects, which builds trust and makes communication with respondents effective.
Enumerators and supervisors are rigorously trained in ethical data collection, real-time data quality checks and advanced interviewing and facilitation techniques.
Fieldwork logistics across Kenya
M31 Research has a robust logistical framework for field operations across Kenya's varied terrain, from busy cities to remote rural areas. Teams use tablets preloaded with SurveyCTO, KoboToolbox and ODK Collect for real-time data entry, validation and transmission.
Research permits and ethics approval in Kenya
We operate in full compliance with Kenya's legal and regulatory requirements. We secure the necessary approvals from Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and government bodies, adhering to both local and international ethical standards.
Data quality assurance
Data quality is at the heart of our operations. Real-time dashboards monitor incoming data, automated quality control checks catch errors early, and field spot checks and supervisor oversight keep standards high throughout fieldwork.
Questions
Research in Kenya: common questions
Something else you need to know? Email our Kenya team and we will get back to you.
Does M31 Research have an office in Kenya?
Yes. M31 Research Kenya is based at Njengi House, Nairobi, Kenya. You can reach the team at kenya@m31r.com.
How many enumerators does M31 Research have in Kenya?
We have more than 300 trained enumerators and field supervisors in Kenya, fluent in English and Swahili.
What research methods do you use in Kenya?
We run quantitative research (mobile-based surveys, census studies and structured interviews), qualitative research (focus group discussions, key informant interviews and ethnographic research) and mixed-methods studies that combine the two.
Do you handle research approvals in Kenya?
Yes. We secure the necessary approvals from Institutional Review Boards and government bodies, and follow both local and international ethical standards.
Which sectors do you collect data on in Kenya?
Our Kenya team collects data on health systems, sanitation practices and water access, food security, crop productivity and rural livelihoods, among other areas.
Work with M31 Research Kenya
Tell us about your study, evaluation or assignment in Kenya and we will propose the right approach and team.
Njengi House, Nairobi, Kenya
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