About The Centre
Mashariki Research and Policy Centre (MRPC) is a non-profit, interdisciplinary and independent think tank headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. MRPC is a security foresight oriented institution that informs policy and action through tailored evidence-based analysis in the Eastern Africa region. It provides insights derived from forecasting, trends analysis, simulations and scenario development to anticipate threats in the evolving geostrategic landscape in the fields of security and geopolitics; technology and innovations; economic growth and sustainability.
The Centre provides customized advisory to governments, intergovernmental agencies, and the private sector including investment companies and financial institutions. MRPC is endowed with a diverse pool of seasoned security and diplomatic practitioners with extensive experiences in senior leadership and strategic roles in government, inter-governmental agencies, private sector and the academia.
Mission
To conduct cutting-edge research in the security foresights domain to provide policy options for a secure and prosperous region.
Our Motto
Towards a secure and prosperous region.
Our Core Values
Professionalism
Independence
Intellectual freedoms
Interdisciplinary focus
Learning and adaptation
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.