Climate Change as a catalyst for Violent Extremism in East Africa
Introduction Climate change is not only a global environmental crisis but also a profound threat to peace and stability. It […]
Commentary
What Will It Take To Bring Lasting Peace To South Sudan
The troubled Republic of South Sudan has sunk, yet again, into an even, more profound crisis in the last couple
Kenya’s Foreign Policy Adventurism in the Sudan Crisis
Kenya’s policymakers are an adventurous lot in both domestic and foreign policy. They often appear to be sober-minded until they
Foreign Aid Cuts and the Debt Trap: Will Kenya Turn to Debt to Plug the Gap?
America First policies have begun to ripple across East Africa, and Kenya finds itself at the epicenter of this shifting
The Power of Social Media in Transforming Political Governance in the East African Region
Introduction From hashtags to headlines, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for political engagement globally in recent years.
Successful Implementation of the Directive Abolishing Extra Vetting for ID Registration in Border Counties of Kenya
For the last 60 years, Kenya’s ID registration vetting procedures in border regions have disproportionately affected certain ethnic communities. The
Navigating the Trade Turbulence: The Impact of US-China Tariff Wars on Regional Economies in East Africa
On February 1, 2025, President Donald Trump re-imposed a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, citing national security concerns under
Rising Online Fraud in East Africa: An Analysis of Policy Options
East Africa is witnessing a rapid digital transformation that promises substantial economic growth and regional integration. The region has become
Urban Governance: Strengthening Building Code Enforcement in Kenya and Tanzania
Introduction Kenya and Tanzania are undergoing rapid urbanization, driven by population growth, economic development, and increasing rural-to-urban migration. According to
The 16th BRICS Summit—Implications for Western Dominance and the Rise of the Global South
The 16th BRICS Summit, hosted in Kazan, Russia, from October 22-24, 2024, was a milestone within the shifting global power
Raila’s AU bid: A Test of Kenya’s Diplomatic Acumen
On February 15 and 16, 2025, African leaders will elect a new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). Among
The Escalating Crisis in Eastern DRC: Reflections to Address the Protracted Situation
The escalating situation in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since late January 2025 with the