Op-ed: Letter to the President on Kenya’s Foreign Policy
To further bolster our international standing, I propose that Kenya leverages its rich cultural diversity to appeal to foreign publics.
A recap of my Master’s degree journey
By Achieng’ Okello Beyond choosing when and where to do my Master’s Degree, I must admit that doing a Master’s is not an easy undertaking. My fervency for international relations specifically international law practice and strategy and its linkage to foreign policy was crucial in my topic choice. I settled on the topic: “The foreign […]
How the Joint AFCON 2027 would boost regional integration
By Paul Chayuga The news for the acceptance of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania “Pamoja bid” to host the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) was received with great jubilations in East Africa. This is because for the very first time the region will be hosting the continent’s most prestigious tournament. In addition, it will be the […]
To be a woman in my country
By Jael Ikinya To be a woman in my country Kenya means always keeping an eye on who’s behind you as you weave through the busy streets. The cities and neighborhoods might be alive with colors, but they also carry the weight of femicide and violence against women. It’s like wearing an invisible shield, […]
The forgotten child of war
By Jael Ikinya I had a name once, and I cherished it. Ayala, which means deer. In the embrace of my parents’ love, it was a name that danced on their lips like a prayer, a name that connected me to the innocence of childhood and the sacredness of our faith and moral commitment. […]
Draped Dreams and Reality in a Vial: My sojourn encounter with Intra-Uterine Donor Sperm Insemination
By Effie Achieng (Mama Bear) Intrauterine insemination (IUI) has brought hope and new beginnings to countless individuals and families struggling with choices of having kids when not in the dating cycle, when in a relationship or in cases of infertility. One such remarkable story revolves around me. After undergoing an IUI procedure in November 2019 […]
Knowledge and Skill sets; great aides in today’s marketplace
By Umu Jalo I recently graduated from my undergraduate studies after a 13-year break between my first and second year, and my third and fourth year. It was a beautiful Saturday morning this past October and I was grinning like a Cheshire cat all through the graduation ceremony. Finally, I was given the powers […]
Knowledge and Skill sets; great aides in today’s marketplace
By Umu Jalo I recently graduated from my undergraduate studies after a 13-year break between my first and second year, and my third and fourth year. It was a beautiful Saturday morning this past October and I was grinning like a Cheshire cat all through the graduation ceremony. Finally, I was given the powers […]
Navigating the Maze of master’s Education: My Journey in International Relations
By Lynace Mwashighadi In the bustling world of journalism, my journey into the realm of academia was not a casual one; it was born out of a confluence of experiences and a deep-seated desire to expand my horizons. It began with a profound realization during my tenure with the State House Press Corp at […]
Maureen Cherongis: Reflections of my masters research journey
By Maureen Cherongis The moment I stepped at the United States International University – Africa (USIU-A) to pursue Masters in International Relations, I had a clear and resolute vision of the specific trajectory my research would follow. My research journey has been shaped by a deep desire to challenge dominant narratives that perpetuate colonial legacies […]