Research Programs
Security and Geopolitics
This program tracks evolving security dynamics and geopolitical shifts and their impacts on the Eastern African region.
Technology and Innovation
The program assesses emerging technologies and how they influence decision making and governance processes in the East African region.
Economic Growth and Sustainability
This program focuses on economic growth, environmental sustainability and social development.
Kenya’s Foreign Policy Adventurism in the Sudan Crisis
Foreign Aid Cuts and the Debt Trap: Will Kenya Turn to Debt to Plug the Gap?
Recent Event
Analysis on Haiti: A growing challenge for Kenyan officers by Dr. Solomon Njenga, PhD, Director of Research, Mashariki Research and Policy Centre (MRPC) on BBC Focus on Africa
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- Mashariki Security Journal Launch Programme
- Welcome Remarks by Brig (Rtd) Dr R Kabage, CEO MRPC, PHD, EBS
- Key Note Address delivered by Hon. Amb. Dr. Monica Juma, DPhil (Oxon), EGH, National Security Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kenya
- Board Member Remarks During the Mashariki Security Journal Launch-Dr. Ruth, MBS, CBS
- Remarks by Amb. Dr. Abraham Korir Sing’Oei, CBS Principal Secretary State Department of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs
MRPC Latest Events
Call for Submissions
This call invites students, scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit extended abstracts for consideration, ranging between 300 to 500 words, for MRPC’s forthcoming guest column. Submissions should critically explore the evolving discourse on security and strategic studies in the region, providing rigorous analysis of complex and interconnected challenges.
Media Articles
MRPC Research and Policy Products
As part of realizing its mission, Mashariki Research and Policy Centre provides the following products and outputs:
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Policy briefs
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Policy papers
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Policy commentaries
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Working papers
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Media commentaries
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Roundtables
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Policy dialogues
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Workshops and conferences
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Capacity building sessions
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Advisory/consultancy services
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Books and journals
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Webinars
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Podcasts
Center's Objectives
Research and Analysis
Conduct in-depth research and analysis on security foresights in the Eastern Africa region.
Policy Advisory
Engage policymakers with evidence-based expert advice and policy recommendations.
Knowledge and Practice Platform
Provide space to emerging and experienced policy practitioners in the security foresights field.
Collaborations and Partnerships
Foster collaborative initiatives and partnerships with like-minded institutions.
Capacity Building
Capacity development for professionals in the security domain.
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