Humanities and Social Science Research Papers/Topics

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. ...

Assessing Coordination, Effectiveness and Divergences in Implementation of the East African Youth Policy

Abstract: To enhance the participation of the youth in economic development, the East Africa Community (EAC) through the EAC secretariat developed and adopted the EAC youth policy (2013) with the sole purpose of providing for a common approach to address the various youth issues at EAC level and ensures that the programs initiated at regional level are youth centered. However, the full implementation of the EAC youth policy has proved challenging and this has exposed the youth to economic ma...

State Building and Conflict in the Horn of Africa: A Case Study of South Sudan 2015-2019

Abstract: Internal conflict in Sudan began as early as 1955 before the country attained independence in 1956. There were numerous efforts by local and international community actors to solve the conflict impasse but failed. In 1993, the separatist government of Sudanese People's Liberation Army (SPLA) invited Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), a sub-regional organization to help mediate the civil conflict. Through IGAD mediation, a Comprehensive Peace Agreement was signed in ...

Kenya’s Regional Foreign Policy and the Management of Its Border Disputes: A Case Study of Kenya-Somalia Maritime Dispute (2014-2019)

Abstract: Kenyan foreign policy on the maritime boundary dispute with Somalia is an integral part of regional peace, security and development in East Africa region. Kenya and Somalia have had a history of boundary disputes right from 1963 where Somalia government pursued the irredentist interest in the region specifically in Ogaden region in Ethiopia and in the Northern Frontier District in Kenya. The Memorandum of understanding between Kenya and Somalia over the maritime dispute was signed ...

An Analysis of the Effective Use of Sports Diplomacy in Achieving Foreign Policy Objectives: The Case of Kenya 2014-2018

Abstract: Kenya has for decades not fully utilized the contribution of incorporating sports diplomacy to her benefits in regards to foreign policy. Such that Kenya's influence on the global arena can be advanced and certain interests achieved by integrating sports to its diplomacy. Diplomacy is vital for cooperation in the pursuit of non-aggression among nation states, and Kenya as a member of the global community should be able to sufficiently reap from the benefits of inculcating sports in...


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