Beyond the Audit: Maximizing Impact in Donor-Funded Projects
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts....
From statutory audits in Nairobi to high-stakes donor-funded project oversight in South Sudan and Somalia. We provide the technical rigor of a global firm with the localized agility of an East African specialist.
We are the preferred partners for oversight on projects funded by The World Bank, UNICEF, GIZ, and the European Union.
With experience spanning 11+ countries—including Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, and Ethiopia—we navigate the complexities of East African compliance so you don’t have to.
We aren’t just “check-the-box” auditors. Our team is composed of dynamic, proactive professionals who use a Risk-Based Methodology to identify growth opportunities while securing your compliance.

MN Cliff & Associates LLP was established to provide independent, high-quality professional services to organizations requiring sound financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and governance support.
We serve a diverse client base including:
Our practice is governed by clearly defined policies designed to safeguard quality and independence:
This framework ensures our opinions and recommendations are objective, defensible, and compliant with professional standards.
Managing Partner

Our vision is to be the pre-eminent provider of professional business solutions in accounting, taxation, and advisory across Africa. Our mission is to deliver high-impact, integrity-driven services—ranging from statutory audits to specialized consultancy—that enhance the long-term growth and sustainability of our clients in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
MN Cliff & Associates LLP is a proud, ICPAK-registered firm currently in the process of joining the MSI Global Alliance, an elite network of legal and accounting firms in over 100 countries. Our leadership holds practice licenses across both Kenya (ICPAK) and Rwanda (ICPAR), reflecting our recognized standing as a premier cross-border professional services provider in East Africa.
At MN Cliff & Associates LLP, we provide a full spectrum of industry-focused business solutions. We recognize that in the modern East African economy, compliance is only the baseline; strategic value is the goal. Our services are designed to identify emerging trends, mitigate cross-border risks, and drive long-term organizational sustainability.
Independent, disciplined, and outcome-driven audits that go beyond ticking boxes. We identify control gaps, financial risks, and governance weaknesses before they turn into costly failures. Our audits are designed to protect stakeholders and strengthen decision-making.
Tax should never be reactive. We help you stay compliant while legally optimizing your tax position. From filings to structuring, we reduce exposure, eliminate surprises, and align tax strategy with business growth.
Stakeholders demand credibility. Our assurance services validate your financial and operational information so banks, investors, and regulators trust your numbers. Confidence isn’t claimed—it’s proven.
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As we move toward joining the MSI Global Alliance, we combine our deep roots in Nairobi with a network that reaches over 100 countries.
At M.N. Cliff & Associates LLP (MNC), we believe that high-level financial oversight doesn’t have to be rigid or impersonal. Established over 10 years ago, our firm was built on the idea that organizations deserve more than just a report—they deserve professional knowledge and management expertise delivered by people who understand their world.
We describe our culture as "deliberately informal" because we value open communication and flat hierarchies. This allows our 26+ professionals to move faster and think more creatively for our clients.
You will never be "passed off" to a junior associate. Every engagement is led and reviewed by one of our practicing partners
As a multi-disciplined firm with deep roots in East Africa, we provide industry-focused solutions tailored to your specific business model. We bring every client a depth of regional experience and consistent, high-quality delivery across the private, public, and development sectors.

Development & NGO Sector

Energy & Infrastructure

Private Enterprise

Public Sector

Logistics & International Trade

Real Estate & Property Development
At M.N. Cliff & Associates LLP, our reputation is built on the success of our clients. From navigating complex statutory requirements in Nairobi to overseeing large-scale donor projects in South Sudan, we pride ourselves on being the trusted advisors for organizations that demand technical excellence and regional agility.
Regional Program Coordinator, International Development Org
"Their Tax Health Check was a game-changer for our manufacturing operations. We gained clarity on our liabilities and moved forward with a much stronger compliance framework."
Finance Director, East Africa Manufacturing Group
"As a regulated financial institution, our compliance requirements are non-negotiable. The partners at MNC brought a level of professional judgment and technical rigor that gave our board total confidence in our financial reporting and governance framework."
Businessman
"Managing geothermal power development involves immense regulatory and operational risk. M.N. Cliff & Associates didn't just perform a statutory audit; they provided a deep-dive risk assessment that helped us tighten our internal controls across the board."
COO, Orpower Twenty Two Ltd.
Expert analysis on tax compliance, audit standards, and strategic growth for NGOs and private enterprises.
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts....
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts....
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts....
"M.N. Cliff & Associates provided the rigorous oversight required for our donor-funded initiatives in South Sudan. Their risk-based approach ensured total transparency and compliance with global standards