Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies: Recent submissions
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The Role of the Mainstream Media in Mitigating Security Threats in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2021)With key focus on assessing the role of the mainstream media in mitigating security threats in Africa: a case of Kenya and Somalia, the study sought to assess the effectiveness of the mainstream media in contributing to ... -
The Role of Governance in Countering Terrorism in Horn of Africa- a Case Study of Kenya and Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2021)With key focus on assessing the role of governance in countering terrorism in HoA: A case study of Kenya and Somalia the study sought to examine existing measures and methodologies used by states in countering terrorism ... -
Perspectives on Aid Politics in the Horn of Africa- an Analysis of the Impact of Turkey’s Intervention in Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study examined the dynamics of aid politics in Horn of Africa. A specific focus was Turkey’s humanitarian aid intervention in Somalia in 2011 when parts of the country were hit by famine that triggered huge populations ... -
Towards a Collaborative Security Approach in Africa- the Implications of Arming Private Security Guards in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Private security guards in Kenya are at frontlines whenever there is a security breach. This is because they have become the go to whenever persons and properties need protection. High crime levels and inadequate police ... -
The Role of Culture as a Soft Power Strategy in the Promotion of National Interests Among African States: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)In the pursuit of their national interests, African states have employed different strategies including culture diplomacy. However, it is important of find out how culture is perceived in the international system as ... -
The International Wildlife Conservation Agreements and Protection of Community Rights: a Case Study Conservation in Isiolo, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The rights of indigenous peoples and local communities have been largely overlooked in global biodiversity conservation despite established international legal standards to protect them in environmental management and ... -
A Critical Analysis of the Challenges Facing Countercybercrime in 21st Century Africa: a Focused Comparison of Kenya and Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study endeavored to explore the challenges facing counter cybercrime in the 21st Century Africa by having a focused comparison of Kenya and Rwanda. Rwanda was picked on because she is doing better than Kenya in ... -
Sports Diplomacy in Advancing Environmental Security in Africa: a Case Study of Forest Conservation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Environmental security remains a major challenge in the 21st century, whose solution has attracted a number of initiatives. Sports diplomacy has achieved great strides in achieving international, regional and local unity ... -
Regional Integration and Economic Rivalry Within the Eac Bloc: the Case of Kenya-tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Regional integration is a multifaceted process which involves collaboration, coordination, connectedness as well as and deep integration and not only involve economic and trade relations but also include political, social ... -
The Role of Diplomatic Engagement in the Implementation of Regional Integration in Africa: Case Study of Kenya and Tanzania
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The Nexus Between National Security Concerns and Protection of Refugee Rights: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Globally the increased flow of refugees has become a global challange. More often than not the burden of accommodating the asylum seekers and migrants often falls on the host country and refugees’ bodies like UNHCR. With ... -
Effects of the Al-shabaab Mobile and Online Fundings on Kenya’s Counterterrorism Measures
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Al-shabaab extensive use of online platforms for purpose of funding their activities is a threat to the efforts to counter terrorism. The calculated use of social media where many donors participate, resulting in significant ... -
Cross Border Kinship and Protracted Resource-based Conflicts in the Horn of Africa: the Case of Borana and Gabra in Kenya and Ethiopia.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Resource-based conflicts are rife within the Horn of Africa. These conflicts pose significant hurdles towards the continued prosperity of the region. While a majority of these conflicts are intrastate, some have become ... -
Effects of the Use of Illicit Brews and Substance Abuse Among Youth in Africa: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)use of illicit brews and substance abuse among the youth in Africa does not only pose a challenge to the continent’s social, economic, political and health progress but also threaten national,regional and continental peace ... -
Public Transport Saccos Compliance With Labour Regulations in Kenya: a Case of Rongai - Route Matatus
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study focused on compliance with regulations governing operations in the public transport sector. Using three SACCO’s with vehicles that ply the Rongai-Nairobi route, the study sought to (i) assess factors that ... -
Role of Mainstream Media in Democratic Governance in the 21st Century: a Case Study of Kenya and Ghana.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Globally the world has witnessed the effects of mainstream media in many areas. One of the most substantial effects was seen in the area of democratic governance. In both Kenya and Ghana, the media has been a passive ... -
A Critical Analysis of Food Security and Policy in Eastern Africa: the Case Study of the Maize Sub-sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The overall objective of the study was to investigate the role of policy on the attainment of food security and a sustainable development of maize sub-sector in Eastern Africa with special focus on Kenya. The specific ... -
The Role of Sports Diplomacy in Enhancing National Image: a Comparative Study of Kenya and England
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The overall aim of this study was to examine the dynamics of sports as an avenue or diplomatic instrument to enhance the national image. This study aimed to explore and analyze the great potential sport has in enhancing ... -
Conflicting Methods of Armed Conflict Resolution in Meru-isiolo Border: a Case of Ngaremara Division, 1990 - 2018
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study examined the methods of conflict resolution in Ngaremara Division of Meru-Isiolo border. The focus was on resolution mechanisms applied within the period 1990 to 2018. The study utilized Malthusian theory of ... -
The Role of International Economic Crime on Economic Development: a Case Study of Kenya and Botswana
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Economic development is a fundamental human right both in the Charter of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as well as under other international norms and conventions. Globally, the UNGA ...
