Abstract: The study sought to examine the influence of Poverty on Violent Extremism in Kenya: a case of Mombasa County. The study aimed to answer the following research questions: what are the predominant causes of poverty in Mombasa County? What is the extent of poverty prevalence on violent extremism in Mombasa County? and what is the link between poverty and violent extremism in Mombasa County? The target population of this study was the County government of Mombasa, World Values Surveys,...
Abstract: Foreign policy is a central to a state’s approach towards its dealings with other states and lately non-state actors within the international organization. In such set up, states behave in a manner that addresses their own national interests and overall common good as liberals would put it. The core aim of the post-cold war foreign policy of African states is to harmonize domestic interests with the external environment based on the available means and resources. Despite the limi...
Abstract: This study examined the implications of the LAPSSET project to the communities in Isiolo. In provoking the current debate on the future of rural Africa and large-scale infrastructure projects, the study examined whether the increased pressure on large scale land use change in Isiolo could become a source of conflict or not due to the presence of LAPSSET project. The purpose of this research is to create an understanding of the implications of large-scale state-drive projects even t...
Abstract: Increasing levels of illegal movement of immigrants is a result of high level of political intolerance in neighboring states, economic disparities between countries as well as the threat of climate change and its associated impacts are all key factors that drive immigration and population movements. Illegal movement of immigrants in Kenya is often perceived as the ones providing channels for potential terrorists to enter the country or those likely to spread infectious diseases. Ke...
Abstract: Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) are considered an integral avenue for the pursuit of Kenya‟s development agenda. They are seen as a vehicle through which the government encourages and involves the private sector through investments in projects and services, give better value for money and transfer significant risk and management to the private sector. The adoption of the PPP arrangement by Kenya was prompted by the increasing demand for quality and affordable services from cit...
Abstract: The aim of the study was to establish the perception of aid for education in Kenya by taking a case study of education aid for primary school pupils in Samburu East Sub-County. The specific objectives were: to examine the perception of aid for education in Samburu East sub-county; to determine the effect of aid for education on primary school enrolment in Samburu East sub-County; to determine the effect of aid for education on primary school completion in Samburu East sub-county; a...
Abstract: The Big Four Agenda are Kenya’s President, Uhuru Kenyatta, development agenda from 2018 to 2022 focused on raising the standard of living of Kenyans and promoting a strong, inclusive, economic growth in line with Vision 2030 of Kenya. This paper studied the Role of the Kenya Military in the Achievement of Kenya’s Big Four Agenda with a primary focus on enhancing infrastructure. The primary purpose of any military is National Defence. A State’s military in the past was charged...
Abstract: The main objective of this study was to examine the role the private sector plays in attaining economic self-reliance in Kenya. Currently Kenya is in a debt crisis due to unsustainable external borrowing. The study was guided by two theories: institutional differences and new theory of management. The study employed a mixed methodology. The study seeks to find how through the PPPs Kenya can attain economic self-reliance as well as create a sustainable approach to detach from extern...
Abstract: In the past 10 years, Kenya has seen a surge in terror related attacks characterized by unimaginable carnage to human life and property. The Kenyan government has been at the fore front of ensuring that radicalization is halted in all its roots but with the advent of social media at the turn of the century, these efforts have become a Herculean task and new frontiers of thinking needed to beef up the efforts. Radicalization by Al Shabaab operatives in Majengo has predominantly been...
Abstract: Migration in Kenya occurs whenever people seek business opportunities and education in higher learning institutions from other parts of the country. It is typical for Kenyans to migrate from rural homes to urban locations to seize employment opportunities as well. An analysis of literature that investigates migration in Kenya will illustrate that people migrate to urban areas due to food scarcity in rural locations. Residents of arid and semi-arid parts of the country depend on pas...
Abstract: Cash transfers have increasingly been regarded as best practice for social protection mechanisms in developing countries. In Kenya, the pilot program of cash transfer introduced in the year 2004 focused on Orphans and vulnerable children with the aim of mitigating the effect of Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and Human Immuno Virus (HIV) on children in the nation. In Malawi, the Social Cash Transfer was rolled out in 2006 on a pilot basis in response to chronic hunger an...
Abstract: Habitual khat use is a widespread and culturally acceptable practice in Kenya but lack of awareness its effects propagate its use in the community. Khat, a psycho stimulant, creates several central nervous system effects when ingested such as increased euphoria, motor stimulation, and a sense of excitement and energy. Its long-term effects are debilitating on the user and subsequently on his/her spouse and children. Psychosis, mood swings, depression, anxiety, physiological health ...
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the use of force by police as a driving factor towards youth radicalization in Eastleigh area, Nairobi County, Kenya. This is due to previous accusations that the Kenya police has used excessive force to prevent and respond to terrorism. While such force may help to immediately suppress the situation, it often contributes to further frustration, anger and resistance in the longer-term. This includes an unintended effect of further youth radi...
Abstract: The consistent shift in Uganda governance structure over the years, since independence, encouraged the leadership in power to influence political instability and promote socio-economic decay in the country. The economic and social decay was largely was associated with unstable governance and lack of proper leadership. This analysis points out the reasons for absence of commitment by leaders to democratic practices and constitutional rule which may enhance economic growth. The emerg...
Abstract: Democratic Republic of Congo is a country with rich natural resources. However, the continuous civil wars in DRC have made it difficult for any meaningful economic, social, and political development to take place. The underdevelopment in DRC is the reason why the World Bank initiated projects that can help in steering economic development in DRC thus the need for the study. Therefore, it is critical to understand the underlying issues affecting the suitability and effectiveness of ...