FirstIdea Consulting Limited
Risk Management Experts
FirstIdea Consulting Limited is an independent risk consulting firm established in Kenya in 2014. We provide consulting services in Kenya and Africa. First Idea Consulting clients include both public and private sector clients. They include: International Non-Governmental (INGOs), Civil Society Organizations (CSO), Community Based Organizations,
Donor Agencies, Governmental Ministries, Departments and Agencies, Educational Institutions, and the Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs).
FirstIdea Consulting Limited is an independent risk consulting firm established in Kenya in 2014. We provide consulting services in Kenya and Africa. First Idea Consulting clients include both public and private sector clients. They include: International Non-Governmental (INGOs), Civil Society Organizations (CSO), Community Based Organizations, Donor Agencies, Governmental Ministries, Departments and Agencies, Educational Institutions, and the Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs).
According to the World Economic Forum Global Report 2024, statistics indicate that the top 5 global risks are:
- Misinformation and Disinformation
- Extreme weather events
- Societal Polarization
- Cyber Insecurity and Interstate Armed Conflict
According to the World Economic Forum Global Report 2025, statistics indicate that the top 5 global risks are:
- State-based armed conflict
- Extreme weather events
- Geo-economic confrontation
- Misinformation and disinformation
- Societal polarization
Testimonials
FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a contract to conduct training for Yehu Microfinance Services Limited Board. The training was in the areas of Enterprise Risk Management(ERM), Risk affecting Microfinance Institutions, the link between Risk and Strategy, the Role of board and management in Risk Management, the Risk Framework based on ISO 31000 standard, Risk Intelligence, Risk Culture and Risk Appetite. The training was conducted professionally and had a positive impact on the board and the organisation.
FirstIdea Consulting Limited has performed high quality and responsive financial consultancy services. FirstIdea Consulting provided their services to our satisfaction and standards. In light of the excellent services provided and their responsiveness overall, we therefore would not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.

FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a consultancy award for Risk Automation. They deployed their RiskTab system and undertook initial training for all the risk champions and risk owners. The system has been used for the last one year. Mpesa Foundation Academy confirms that FirstIdea Consulting Limited provided the services to our satisfaction and standards: we therefore do not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.
FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a contract to conduct training for Yehu Microfinance Services Limited Board. The training was in the areas of Enterprise Risk Management(ERM), Risk affecting Microfinance Institutions, the link between Risk and Strategy, the Role of board and management in Risk Management, the Risk Framework based on ISO 31000 standard, Risk Intelligence, Risk Culture and Risk Appetite. The training was conducted professionally and had a positive impact on the board and the organisation.
FirstIdea Consulting Limited has performed high quality and responsive financial consultancy services. FirstIdea Consulting provided their services to our satisfaction and standards. In light of the excellent services provided and their responsiveness overall, we therefore would not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.
FirstIdea conducted a training in five regions. The trainings were conducted professionally and had a lot of impact to the training participants from all the regions. We can confirm that we have better financial reports from our grant recipients as a direct outcome of the training conducted
FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a consultancy award for Risk Automation. They deployed their RiskTab system and undertook initial training for all the risk champions and risk owners. The system has been used for the last one year. Mpesa Foundation Academy confirms that FirstIdea Consulting Limited provided the services to our satisfaction and standards: we therefore do not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.
FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a contract to conduct training for Yehu Microfinance Services Limited Board. The training was in the areas of Enterprise Risk Management(ERM), Risk affecting Microfinance Institutions, the link between Risk and Strategy, the Role of board and management in Risk Management, the Risk Framework based on ISO 31000 standard, Risk Intelligence, Risk Culture and Risk Appetite. The training was conducted professionally and had a positive impact on the board and the organisation.
FirstIdea Consulting Limited has performed high quality and responsive financial consultancy services. FirstIdea Consulting provided their services to our satisfaction and standards. In light of the excellent services provided and their responsiveness overall, we therefore would not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.
FirstIdea conducted a training in five regions. The trainings were conducted professionally and had a lot of impact to the training participants from all the regions. We can confirm that we have better financial reports from our grant recipients as a direct outcome of the training conducted
Ongoing Highlights

Research Study
FirstIdea Consulting Limited, in partnership with the Institute of Risk Management (East Africa Chapter), is conducting a critical research study on the top risks affecting East Africa, with a focus on Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. The study aims to forecast risks for 2025 and the next three years (2025–2028). By understanding the region's evolving risk landscape, the research will provide actionable insights to help organizations anticipate challenges and seize opportunities. We invite you to complete the attached questionnaire, as your input will be vital in shaping strategies to address significant risks. Thank you for contributing to this initiative, which will advance risk management practices across East Africa.
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FirstIdea Consulting was awarded a consultancy award for Risk Automation. They deployed their RiskTab system and undertook initial training for all the risk champions and risk owners. The system has been used for the last one year. Mpesa Foundation Academy confirms that FirstIdea Consulting Limited provided the services to our satisfaction and standards: we therefore do not hesitate to refer them for similar assignments.