Industries

Sector insight that delivers practical results

Across Kenya and East Africa, organizations operate in increasingly complex regulatory, financial, and operational environments. At Baker Tilly Kenya, we combine deep regional knowledge with international technical capability to support clients across a wide range of industries.

Our partner-led approach ensures every engagement benefits from senior oversight, sector-specific expertise, and access to global best practice through the Baker Tilly International. Whether supporting governments, development partners, financial institutions, or private enterprises, we help organizations manage risk, strengthen governance, and unlock sustainable growth opportunities.

Public sector and government institutions

We support national governments, county administrations, public agencies, and state corporations with assurance and advisory services that strengthen accountability, transparency, and financial performance.

Our experience includes:

  • Public financial management advisory
  • Compliance and procurement audits

  • Institutional capacity assessments

  • Internal audit framework development

  • Programme and project audits

  • Governance and risk reviews

Our teams work closely with regulators and oversight institutions to ensure alignment with national legislation and international standards.

Donor-funded programmes and development agencies

Baker Tilly Kenya has extensive experience supporting donor-funded programmes and development agencies across East and Central Africa. We work with international funding institutions, UN agencies, bilateral partners, and implementing organizations to strengthen financial oversight, accountability, and compliance with funding requirements.

Our teams deliver independent assurance and advisory services aligned with international audit standards and donor reporting frameworks, helping organizations manage risk and demonstrate transparency across complex multi-country programmes.

We support assignments funded by organizations such as:

  • European Union (EU)

  • United Nations agencies

  • World Bank programmes

  • SIDA

  • DANIDA

  • Development finance institutions

  • International NGOs and regional implementing partners

Our services include:

  • Expenditure verification assignments

  • Systems and compliance audits

  • Institutional capacity assessments

  • Internal control reviews

  • Forensic audit investigations

  • Procurement and contract compliance reviews

  • Financial management strengthening support

With experience delivering programme audits across Kenya, Somalia, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, our teams provide regionally coordinated engagement delivery supported by global methodology and technical oversight.

Our specialists support development programmes throughout East Africa with partner-led assurance services designed to meet donor compliance requirements and international reporting standards.

Financial services

We support banks, microfinance institutions, investment companies, and insurance providers in strengthening governance frameworks and maintaining regulatory compliance within evolving financial environments.

Our services include:

  • Statutory and regulatory audits

  • Internal audit and risk reviews

  • Financial due diligence

  • Transaction advisory

  • Compliance framework assessments

We help financial institutions respond effectively to regulatory change while improving operational resilience.

Manufacturing and industrial sector

Manufacturing organizations operate within competitive markets shaped by supply chain complexity, tax regulation, and regional trade dynamics. We help businesses strengthen operational efficiency and maintain compliance across expanding markets.

Our services include:

  • Statutory audits

  • Tax advisory and structuring

  • Internal controls review

  • Financial reporting advisory

  • Performance improvement recommendations

We support manufacturers seeking to scale operations locally and regionally.

Real estate and construction

We work with developers, contractors, investors, and project sponsors across the real estate and construction lifecycle.

Our experience includes:

  • Project assurance services

  • Feasibility reviews

  • Transaction advisory

  • Compliance audits

  • Investment structuring support

We help organizations manage project risk while maintaining transparency and regulatory compliance.

Agriculture and agribusiness

Agriculture remains central to economic growth across East Africa. We support agribusiness operators, exporters, processors, and development programmes working across agricultural value chains.

Our services include:

  • Donor-funded programme audits

  • Compliance monitoring assignments

  • Governance strengthening reviews

  • Financial systems assessments

  • Operational performance evaluations

We assist organizations across the agriculture sector in improving accountability and long-term sustainability.

Technology, media and telecommunications

Digital transformation continues to reshape business models across Kenya and the region. We support technology-driven organizations with assurance and advisory services aligned to evolving regulatory expectations.

Support areas include:

  • Financial reporting advisory

  • Internal audit services

  • Governance framework reviews

  • Risk management assessments

  • Transaction support

Our teams help organizations strengthen systems while supporting innovation and growth.

Private enterprises and family businesses

We support growing businesses and entrepreneurial organizations seeking to strengthen governance structures and expand into regional markets.

Our services include:

  • Strategic business advisory

  • Restructuring support

  • Tax compliance and planning

  • Transaction readiness support

  • Financial reporting improvement

We work closely with management teams to deliver practical solutions aligned with long-term business objectives.

Regional capability with global reach

Our sector specialists support organizations across Kenya and East Africa with audit, tax, and advisory services aligned to international standards and regional regulatory environments. Through collaboration with professionals across the Baker Tilly network, we deliver consistent, high-quality solutions for organizations operating locally, regionally, and internationally.