Mthente Research And Consulting Services
Business Consulting in Cape Town

We specialise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and data analysis, focus groups, in-depth interviews, through desktop research, surveys and strategic facilitation. Mthente Research and Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd is research-driven South African consulting firm with a growing footprint in Africa.

Mthente’s approach to stakeholder engagement is to offer solutions that will enable organisation to monitor and maintain constructive relationships with both their internal and external stakeholders, as well as to listen to and understand the needs of their key stakeholders. The alignment of the organisation’s values and deliverables with those of their key stakeholders will contribute towards reducing organisational risks and maximising opportunities. Mthente approaches Stakeholder Engagement Facilitation through a process that incorporates both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including focus groups, interviews and surveys. Additionally, we undertake specialised evaluations such as: implementation and diagnostic evaluations. We work with organisations to measure the effectiveness of their programme activities, and determine the significance, impact and sustainability of the changes brought about by these activities. We conduct market analysis and business intelligence across diverse economic sectors to inform: strategic business decisions, issues relating to market competitiveness, the re-launch and design of products and value propositions, decisions relating to market expansion and the entry of new markets. Our results similarly inform marketing and communication strategies, and assist in enhancing brand reputation. Our approach includes both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, centred on one-on-one in-depth interviews, focus groups across diverse communities, as well as surveys. The thorn tree aptly epitomises the nature and character of our company: the thorns symbolise the resilience and robustness of the firm; the delicate leaves, on the other hand, denote the company’s sensitivity and adaptability to the socio-economic, political and business contexts in which it operates. This idiom accords with our company’s belief and commitment to help our clients tackle their problems at the root before they ultimately spiral out of control. Our core ethos is a guarantee of innovative, cost-effective and high quality research and business solutions for our clients. Mthente strives for professionalism and quality through listening, learning and responding for mutual growth. At Mthente we value integrity, growth and excellence. We are passionate about our business and are committed to providing value and quality to our clients and partners through hard work, professionalism and open communication. The Kaplan Centre has commissioned a survey to measure the attitudes and perceptions of black South Africans towards Jews and the Jewish community.