We don't publish fixed rate cards. Every engagement is scoped around the complexity of your situation, the depth of advisory required, and the outcomes we're working toward together.
"We won't propose a fee until we understand your situation. No vague estimates. No surprises. The first conversation is yours."- MEM Tanzania
Our pricing approach
Management consultancy is not a commodity. A fixed price on a website would either overcharge a small operator who needs a focused session, or underserve a large organisation navigating a complex restructure. Neither outcome is acceptable to us.
Instead, we take the time to understand your organisation, its stage, its pressures, and what a successful engagement actually looks like. From there, we propose a fee structure that's transparent, fair, and tied directly to outcomes.
Your initial consultation is free of charge. No obligation.
When we scope an engagement, four main variables determine what's appropriate. Being clear about these from the outset keeps the process honest for both sides.
If you don't see your question answered here, contact us directly. We're straightforward people.
Yes. The first session exists so we can understand your situation and you can assess whether we're the right fit. No fee is proposed or charged for the initial consultation. We only move forward if the engagement makes sense for both parties.
For most project-based and discovery engagements, we can typically begin within one to two weeks of a confirmed scope. Retained advisory arrangements are structured on a rolling monthly basis and can start at the beginning of the following month. If you have a time-critical situation, let us know upfront.
Yes. While our base is in Dar es Salaam, we regularly advise organisations across East Africa including Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Mozambique. We also work with international businesses seeking to enter the East African market. Remote and hybrid engagements are fully supported.
Fees are agreed in full before work begins. For project-based engagements, we typically invoice 50% at kickoff and 50% upon delivery of the final output. Retained arrangements are invoiced monthly in advance. We accommodate local and international payment methods.
Absolutely. You can work with us on a single, tightly scoped service such as a tax compliance review or a feasibility study without any obligation to take on broader advisory. Many clients start with one engagement and expand from there, but that's entirely your call.
We're not a large firm with junior staff rotating in and out of your account. Every engagement is handled by senior advisors with genuine East African market experience. We offer directness, continuity, and advice that is grounded in how business actually operates in this region, not frameworks imported from Western markets and applied without adaptation.
Tell us about your organisation and what you're working through. We'll come back to you within one business day.