Humanities and Social Science Research Papers/Topics

Regional Social Integration and African Continental Free Trade Area: Prospects and Challenges

Abstract: In view of the Pan-African consciousness that spread throughout the continent in the 1950s for regional integration in Africa to address development deficit, and to enhance the free movement of persons, social integration remains an untapped human resource. Thus, the vision is still lagging especially the provisions of the Abuja Treaty in 1991. Consequently, the study sought to unravel the challenges and prospects of the African Continental Free Trade Area and how it promotes regio...

Exploring the Links of Social Media on National Security in Kenya

Abstract: The debate on the effect of social media usage on national security has been receiving scholarly attention owing to the indispensable and critical role that social networking sites play in today's modem society. However, the debate has been inconclusive given that the current academic scholarship seems to produce varied results. To this end, this paper attempted to bridge conceptual and empirical gap by delving into the links of social media on national security in Kenya. To achiev...

The Role of Police Brutality in Violent Conflict in the Capital Cities of East Africa: A Case Study of Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract: Police violence is a vice that has been going on in Police institutions all over the world. Kenya being one of the countries with similar tendencies. The purpose of the study was to examine the role of police brutality in violent conflict in the capital cities of East Africa: case study of Nairobi Kenya. This study employed causal study design. The target population of this study were residents of Nairobi County in general and specifically the residents of Kibra constituency in Nai...

Analyzing the Causes and Challenges Related to Internal Displacement in Somalia: The Case of IDP Camps in Daynile and Kaxda Mogadishu from 1990 to 2020

Abstract: The objective of the study was to analyze the causes and challenges related to the internal displacement of persons in Somalia and explore possible solutions to address the issue. The research focused on urban areas and more specifically IDP camps in Daynile and Kaxda Mogadishu Somalia. The study used both qualitative and quantitative methods of analysis. In the study, qualitative research was done before quantitative research. The use of qualitative research in the study was used ...

The Effect of Global Food Security Commitments in Reducing Food Insecurity in Africa: A Case study of Zimbabwe

Abstract: This work evaluated the effect of global food security commitments in reducing food insecurity in Africa, with a focus on food insecurity situation in Zimbabwe. It was carried out to explore how effective Millennium Development Goal 1 and Sustainable Development Goal 2 have been in influencing the current food security situation in Zimbabwe. The study sample is Zimbabwe which is representative of dire food security situation especially in Sub-Sahara and Southern Africa, the colonia...

Women and Peacebuilding: A Case Study of Turkana-West Pokot Borderline

Abstract: Most African societies have been curbed with persistent conflicts heightened by ethnic antagonisms since precolonial. The Northern part of Kenya is infamous for the frequent conflicts and counter conflicts. The objective of study explores role of women in peace building in the inter-ethnic conflicts between the Turkana and Pokot communities along the borderline. The study was carried out along the borderline Lokitonyala- Loreng'ekippi and Kainuk-Turkwel areas. This study was guided...

Examining Chinese Technical Education Assistance in Developing World: A Case Study of Kenya

Abstract: Kenya's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) has been facing challenges varying from lack of funding, presence of obsolete machines for teaching, lack of qualified tutors in the technical field, and lack of specification on technical skills, among others. Therefore, this study examines Chinese technical education assistance in developing world using the case study of Kenya. The study used a qualitative research design where the phenomenological method was used to ...

Assessing Factors Influencing Global Partnerships for Sustainable Development: The Case of United Nations Environment Programme

Abstract: Partnerships with both public and non-public entities, are a crucial part of most of the United Nations system organization in its pursuit for achieving its' mandates. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) engages in many such partnerships through the implementation of programme activities. It is worth noting that, the volume of resources entrusted to partners are remarkable. Clear structure and measures of accountability are a requirement for partners when applying for C...

Impact of Terrorism on Kenya’s Foreign Policy Behavior, 2015-2019

Abstract: In the recent years, Kenya has enacted various foreign policy changes in regard to tackling threats to national security. However, despite making adjustments on the country's foreign policy, Kenya remains attractive field for terror activities. Therefore, the study was motivated in examining the nexus between terrorism and foreign policy. It assessed the role of terrorist activities in shaping behavior of Kenya's foreign policy. The study was grounded on three theories: linkage, li...

Assessing the Role of Mediation and Negotiation in Managing Post Election Violence: A Case Study of Kenya, 2007/8

Abstract: Immediately after the announcement of the winning presidential candidate in the 2007 general presidential elections in Kenya was declared in December 2007, violence broke out immediately because the mood surrounding the 2007 elections was already very suspicious, but no one blew how bad it would get. At the time, the Party of National Unity (PNU) political party leader the former president of Kenya. Mwai Kibaki was running against the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader R...

Assessing How Democratization Has Influenced the Foreign Policy of Kenya from 1992 to 2019

Abstract: Kenya became a multiparty state in 1992 after the repealing of Section (A) and thus made positive strides towards democratization. With democracy in Kenya and three regimes after 1992, this research sought to find if democratization has influenced the foreign policy of Kenya from 1992- 2019. This inspired the objectives of this research which are. to investigate the effects of Kenya's democratization on its foreign policy between 1992-2019, to assess the role of parliament on the K...

Social Media as an Early Warning System for Electoral Violence in Nairobi County during 2017 General Elections

Abstract: The Study sought to explore the use of Social Media as an Early Warning System for Electoral Violence in Nairobi County during 2013 And 2017 General Elections. The Study responded to the following research questions; how does social media assist in the early detection of electoral violence? To what extent does social media facilitate coordination of early intervention efforts during electoral violence? How does social media aid in the provision of real time information to diffuse p...

Investigating the Role of Non-State Actors in Actualizing Sustainable Development Goal 4: Assessing the Transition from Primary to Secondary Education in Kenya - A Case Study of Bridge Intern

Abstract: The study explored in-depth into the role that non-state actors play alongside the government of Kenya in actualizing Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Four which is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning for all. Kenya being a member state of the United Nations espoused the global Sustainable Development Goals and accordingly the mandate to actualize them. Specifically, the study looked into the transition of learners from primary to sec...

Assessing the Contribution of Women in Countering Violent Extremism in Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract: This study assesses the contribution of women in countering violent extremism in Nairobi, Kenya. The objectives of the study are to analyze kind of roles women play in violent extremism and countering violent extremism in Nairobi, Kenya, assess how women adopt moderate interpretations of Community-Based Organizations' (CBOs) teachings in communities to counter violent extremism, and examine ways in which women as parents should be empowered and serve as role models to counter viole...

Women and Violent Extremism in Kenya: A Case Study of Mombasa County from 2012-2018

Abstract: The study involved a conclusive research on women and their involvement in violent extremism activities. The study was carried out in Mombasa Corm°, and its six Sub Counties. The main rationale behind the study was to be able to understand women involvement in violent extremism and the factors contributing to their involvement. The study involved studying the unit of analysis, which was a young woman aged between 18 to 25 years living in any of the Sub Counties of Mombasa County. ...


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