About MILEA Solutions
A Kenya-registered advisory firm with over 13 years of specialized experience in electoral dispute resolution, governance reform, and institutional strengthening across Africa.
Our Purpose & Principles
Guided by a commitment to excellence and democratic values, we work to strengthen electoral systems and governance structures across Africa.
Mission
To strengthen electoral integrity and democratic governance across Africa through expert advisory, authoritative knowledge products, and inclusive capacity building.
Vision
A continent where electoral systems are robust, disputes are resolved fairly and efficiently, and governance structures promote inclusive democratic participation.
Core Values
- Excellence & Expertise
- Independence & Integrity
- Inclusion & Equity
- Innovation & Impact
- Collaboration & Partnerships
Why We're Different
What sets MILEA apart in the electoral integrity and governance space
Court-Tested Know-How
Direct contributions to Kenya's electoral dispute resolution architecture, including co-authoring the Judiciary Bench Book on EDR and multiple case digests used by courts across Africa.
Cross-Border Credibility
Extensive work in Kenya, Sierra Leone, Zambia, and regional initiatives. Partnerships with International IDEA, NDI, IFES, and leading African civil society organizations.
Publications That Get Used
Our bench books, case digests, and compendia are actively referenced by judges, lawyers, academics, and practitioners. They shape jurisprudence and inform practice.
Inclusive Governance Lens
Commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and marginalized group representation in all our work. We ensure diverse voices are heard in electoral and governance processes.
Practical & Contextual
We understand African contexts deeply. Our solutions are practical, implementable, and sensitive to local political economies and institutional dynamics.
Long-Term Impact Focus
Beyond one-off consultancies, we build lasting capacity and institutional memory. Our knowledge products continue delivering value long after projects conclude.
Meet Our Founder
Led by Lucianna Wambui Thuo, a governance and elections law specialist with over 13 years of experience advising governments, shaping electoral frameworks, and advancing democratic governance
Lucianna Wambui Thuo
Founder & Principal Advisor
13+ Years in Electoral Law & Governance
Lucianna is an accomplished governance and elections law specialist whose work spans Kenya, Sierra Leone, Zambia, and Malawi. Grounded in rigorous academic research and extensive teaching of electoral law, she translates complex legal and policy issues into actionable strategies that strengthen institutions, enhance accountability, and foster inclusive participation. Her research and frameworks have informed judicial strengthening for electoral dispute resolution across Africa, and she has provided strategic guidance to judiciaries, election management bodies, and multi-institutional governance forums.
Education
- • LL.M Human Rights & Democratisation - University of Pretoria (Distinction)
- • LL.B (Hons) - University of Nairobi
- • Post-graduate Diploma in Law - Kenya School of Law
Experience
- • Electoral Law Specialist & Strategic Advisor
- • Former Associate Dean & Law Lecturer
- • Legal Researcher & Publications Editor
Achievements
- • Nelson Mandela Prize for Outstanding Performance
- • 30+ Published Works & Bench Books
- • Trained Judiciaries across Kenya, Zambia & Malawi
Specializations
- • Electoral Dispute Resolution
- • Judicial Training & Capacity Building
- • Governance Reform & Policy Development
Career Highlights
Electoral Reform Expert - Sierra Leone
Legal Expert on Electoral Reform with National Democratic Institute/International IDEA, providing strategic advisory on legal frameworks and institutional capacity.
Judiciary Bench Book, 2nd Edition
Co-authored the landmark Judiciary Bench Book on Electoral Dispute Resolution, which remains the principal reference for adjudicating election-related cases in Kenya.
Law Lecturer & Associate Dean
Served at Kabarak University, receiving Teacher of the Semester Award (2023) and Certificate of Excellence in Teaching and Learning for outstanding performance.
Research Coordinator, Judiciary Working Committee
Led research team supporting Kenya's first functional electoral dispute resolution framework under the 2010 Constitution, coordinating resolution of 188 election petitions.
Our Business Arms
Three complementary service lines delivering comprehensive solutions
Specialized training programs for judicial officers, electoral officials, legal practitioners, and civil society. We build institutional capacity through targeted workshops, mentorship, and knowledge transfer initiatives.
Key Outcomes:
- Judicial training programs reaching 500+ officers
- Electoral officials capacity building across East Africa
- Legal practitioner professional development
- Civil society empowerment workshops
Bespoke advisory services in electoral law, dispute resolution, and governance reform. We provide technical expertise to governments, electoral bodies, judiciaries, and international organizations.
Key Outcomes:
- Electoral law reform technical assistance
- Dispute resolution mechanism design
- Institutional strengthening strategies
- Policy analysis and recommendations
Authoritative publications including bench books, case digests, compendia, and research reports. Our knowledge products are used as reference materials by courts, universities, and practitioners continent-wide.
Key Outcomes:
- Judiciary Bench Books & Case Digests
- Election petition compendia
- Policy briefs and research papers
- Comparative jurisprudence analysis