At Vyxer Remit Kenya, our research projects exemplify our core commitment to applying data-driven insight in real-world settings. Currently, we are proud to manage a diverse portfolio of initiatives that address critical social and economic issues across Kenya—working with global partners and local communities to drive impact and foster sustainable development.
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Objective: Assess how community-wide provision of chlorine-based water treatment solutions affects child health and development outcomes. The project focuses on understanding the correlation between clean water access and early childhood growth, learning capabilities, and general well-being.
Location: Bungoma & Kakamega Counties
Partner: Tufts University
Objective: This project aims to evaluate the long-term welfare implications of cash transfers within village economies. Specifically, it explores whether providing direct cash support to selected households results in broader improvements for the entire community over time.
It further seeks to identify the mechanisms—such as changes in prices, wages, job creation, and local public goods—through which these effects are sustained.
Location: Siaya County
Partners: National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Objective: Conduct nationwide mobile-based surveys to monitor the social and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative delivers timely data to help guide national response strategies and mitigate adverse impacts on livelihoods.
Location: Nationwide (Kenya)
Partner: World Bank
Objective: Examine the broader economic impact of rental land markets on household welfare, income distribution, and agricultural productivity. This research investigates how land access through rentals can influence rural development and long-term growth.
Location: Kakamega, Siaya, Bungoma & Migori Counties
Partner: University of Zurich
Objective: This project investigates whether an information campaign designed to enhance farmers’ ability to identify high-quality maize seeds can:
Increase the availability of certified seeds in local markets
Improve agricultural productivity and outcomes
Raise household welfare and food security in rural farming communities
The study seeks to determine how informed consumer behavior can help eliminate low-quality or counterfeit seeds from the agricultural supply chain.
Location: Kakamega, Trans Nzoia, Migori & Bungoma Counties
Partners: Agricultural Technology Adoption Initiative (ATAI), PEDL, CEGA, GLM | LIC
🌎 Why These Projects Matter
Each ongoing initiative reflects our dedication to designing and implementing research that drives measurable outcomes:
Community Health & Resilience: By investing in water solutions, we support healthier childhood development in Kenya’s rural regions.
Economic Empowerment: Evidence-based insights on cash transfer programs inform scalable policies for long-term poverty reduction and economic growth.
Timely Policy Action: COVID-19 rapid-response data informs national decisions and supports livelihoods during crises.
Market & Land Dynamics: Through land market analysis, we uncover pathways for more equitable access to economic opportunity.
Agricultural Innovation: Farmer-targeted education helps build more resilient and productive agricultural communities.