Challenges to Democracy? The Stakes of the 2025 Elections in Burundi
As the 2025 Burundi elections approach, the country’s political landscape remains fraught with challenges that threaten the core principles of […]
Commentary
The Prospects for Reforming the United Nations
The United Nations Organization, the UN, is in 2024 older than 90% of the 8 billion people on earth. Almost
60 Years of Kenya-China Diplomacy: A Commentary on Evolving Relations
Since the Cold War (1947-1991), the diplomatic relations between China and Kenya, established in 1963—the year Kenya gained independence—have undergone
The Future Of Kenya’s Environmental Diplomacy
The 2014 Kenya’s Foreign Policy document laid a strong foundation and clearer framework for her international diplomatic engagements. The document
Constitutional Reform to Address Electoral Delays in South Sudan
The Government of South Sudan opted to delay elections due in December 2024 until 2026.[1] This, underlines deep-seated political problems
The 2024 US Elections: Implications For Kenya
On 5th November, 2024, Americans will go to the polls to elect a new president and members of Congress. The
Addressing Food Insecurity in the Horn of Africa
For nearly two decades, the Horn of Africa—encompassing Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Djibouti—has faced severe food insecurity. This persistent crisis
Enhancing Good Governance and Transparency in East Africa to Maximize FOCAC Benefits
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), established in 2000, is a platform designed to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and developmental ties
Egypt’s Security Pact with Somalia and Its Regional Implications in the Horn of Africa
In August 2024, Egypt and Somalia signed a security pact[1], introducing significant changes to the Horn of Africa’s geopolitical landscape.
Appraisal of Kenya’s Foreign Policy Outlook Under the Kenya Kwanza government
William Ruto is a bright, hardworking, man with his hands in many policy pots. At times, his policies contradict each
Addressing Non-Tariff Barriers to Maximize AGOA benefits: A Case of Kenya and Tanzania
As the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) approaches its 25th anniversary, there is an urgent need for East African
Addressing climate change and conflict nexus in East Africa
As a global and borderless crisis, climate change remains one of the most pressing global issues of the 21st century.