25+ Years of Excellence

Leading Capacity Development Across Africa

With over 25 years of experience, MCDI International has established itself as a premier consultancy firm dedicated to unlocking the potential of individuals and organizations throughout the African continent.

Our Story

Our Journey of Excellence

Founded in 1999, Management & Capacity Development International Ltd (MCDI) emerged from a vision to bridge the capacity gap that often hindered the growth and effectiveness of organizations across Africa. Over the past two and a half decades, we have worked with governments, NGOs, international organizations, and private sector entities across 12+ African countries, delivering transformative solutions that create lasting impact.
1999
Founded
500+
Projects
12+
Countries
MCDI Team

Our Mission & Vision

Guided by our core purpose and future aspirations

Our Mission

We strive "To Propagate Winning Individuals and Organisations" across Africa through expert training, consultancy, and capacity building solutions.

Our Vision

To be the leading consultancy firm in Africa, recognized for developing quality individuals and organizational potentials that drive sustainable development.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our work and define our character

Professionalism

We ensure getting all our undertakings accomplished, keeping our promise to clients with a clean track record.

Integrity

We believe in being honest and truthful in our dealings, guaranteeing reliability with great honour to clients.

Agility

We have unmatched capacity to respond to all public and private sector performance challenges.

Sustainability

We develop solutions that give lasting highest-level performance with skills transfer for sustainability.

Our Leadership Team

Meet the experienced professionals leading MCDI's mission across Africa

Edward Mutabazi

Director & CEO

MA, MHRP, PGD-HRM, CTP, CBI, CMBTI

Edward has been with MCDI since 2014 as a director and part of the technical teams. He is an Organisational Development Expert and an HR generalist, richly endowed with over 25 years of practice in Africa. His experience spans across 12 African countries including Uganda, Somalia, Somaliland, Rwanda, The Gambia, Burundi, Liberia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Sudan, Lesotho, and Sierra Leone, serving over 50 organisations.
25+ Years African Expertise
12 African Countries
50+ Organizations Served
UN & Government Advisory Experience

Accreditations & Recognition

Officially recognized and accredited by leading institutions

PPDA Registered

Statutorily recognized and accredited as a Consultancy Services Provider in Uganda's PPDA Register

RDB Certified

Registered for Consultancy services with Rwanda Development Board (RDB)

UN Registered

Level II UNGM registered United Nations System service provider

MCDI Training Approach

Our Unique Approach

Our approach combines international best practices with deep local knowledge, ensuring that our solutions are both world-class and culturally appropriate for African contexts. We believe in sustainable capacity building through knowledge transfer, working alongside your team to build internal capabilities that ensure long-term success beyond our engagement.

Local Expertise

Deep understanding of African business environments and cultural contexts

Knowledge Transfer

Ensuring local counterparts gain requisite skills for sustainability

Measurable Results

Focus on delivering lasting highest-level performance improvements

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