African Public History Journal
type: channel
description: African Public History Journal is a peer‑reviewed scholarly journal published under the Pan‑African Research Journals (PARJ) platform, advancing African‑centred and global research.
language: en
publication name: African Public History Journal
items: Who Owns the Past? Memory, Silence, and the Politics of Atrocity Narration in South Sudan
items: The 2011 Independence Referendum
items: The European Peace Facility and Arms Transfers to Africa
items: Voter Registration Challenges in Post-Conflict States
items: Peacekeeping Effectiveness in Africa
items: Non-State Armed Groups and International Diplomacy
items: Radio, Conflict, and Peacebuilding in South Sudan
items: Institutional Legacies of War
items: Local Conflict Resolution Mechanisms and the Formal Justice System
items: Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration
items: Media Development Aid and Press Freedom in Conflict-Affected States
items: The SPLA/M's Political Evolution
items: Cross-Border Cattle Raiding and State Responses
items: South Sudan's Foreign Policy Under Salva Kiir
items: Investigative Journalism and Political Accountability in East Africa
items: Decolonizing African Art History in Djibouti
items: Oral Traditions in Southern African Communities of Senegal
items: Ethical Dilemmas in Archaeological Excavations and Repatriation
items: Empowering Female Farmers with Climate-Smart Agriculture in Tanzanian Maize Regions
items: Comparative Examination of Creation Myths Across Ugandan Cultural Traditions
items: Decolonizing African Art History in Kenya
items: Religious Syncretism and Cultural Adaptation Among African Diasporas in Malawi
items: Decolonizing African Art History in Angola
items: Theatre and Performance as Social Commentary in West African Theatre
items: Theatre and Performance as Social Commentators in West Africa
items: Theoretical Foundations Underpinning Online Marketplace Dynamics in Kenyan Informal Trade Centers

Who Owns the Past? Memory, Silence, and the Politics of Atrocity Narration in South Sudan
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description: Who Owns the Past? Memory, Silence, and the Politics of Atrocity Narration in South Sudan examines the struggle over whose suffering becomes public history and whose suffering is rendered politically disposable. The article places South Sudan at the centre of the analysis, but it resists treating the case as uniquely exceptional or analytically sealed off from wider African and global debates. Instead, it brings Memory studies (Olick; Nora; Halbwachs); transitional justice and memory (Collins; Wilson); post-colonial epistemology (Mignolo; Spivak). Examines the political contest over how South Sudan's civil wars are narrated, remembered, and officially commemorated — and whose suffering is recognised. into one conversation and develops the concept of narrative sovereignty to explain how formal norms, institutional design, and practical struggles over authority become fused. Using Oral history interviews with conflict survivors across multiple ethnic communities; discourse analysis of official state commemorations, school curricula, and political leadership speeches; comparative analysis with Rwanda's Gacaca and Sierra Leone's TRC memory-making; institutional ethnography of South Sudan's Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing., the paper reconstructs three linked propositions. First, it shows that memory entrepreneurs and selective commemoration. Second, it demonstrates that silence as a technology of political order. Third, it argues that oral history, truth telling, and contested archives. The paper answers the central puzzle posed by the research agenda—how do competing political factions within the r-arcs settlement mobilize competing memories of the 1991 Nasir split, the 2013 juba massacres, and the Equatoria displacement — and how do these memory contests
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Memory politics
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subject: transitional justice
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subject: atrocity narration
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: post-conflict
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subject: historical narrative
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subject: CTRH
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creator: Abraham K uol Nyuon
creator: Associate Professor of Politics
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 African Public History Journal
date: 2026-04-20
publication date: 2026-04-20
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19658042

Who Owns the Past? Memory, Silence, and the Politics of Atrocity Narration in South Sudan
type: item
description: Who Owns the Past? Memory, Silence, and the Politics of Atrocity Narration in South Sudan examines the struggle over whose suffering becomes public history and whose suffering is rendered politically disposable. The article places South Sudan at the centre of the analysis, but it resists treating the case as uniquely exceptional or analytically sealed off from wider African and global debates. Instead, it brings Memory studies (Olick; Nora; Halbwachs); transitional justice and memory (Collins; Wilson); post-colonial epistemology (Mignolo; Spivak). Examines the political contest over how South Sudan's civil wars are narrated, remembered, and officially commemorated — and whose suffering is recognised. into one conversation and develops the concept of narrative sovereignty to explain how formal norms, institutional design, and practical struggles over authority become fused. Using Oral history interviews with conflict survivors across multiple ethnic communities; discourse analysis of official state commemorations, school curricula, and political leadership speeches; comparative analysis with Rwanda's Gacaca and Sierra Leone's TRC memory-making; institutional ethnography of South Sudan's Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing., the paper reconstructs three linked propositions. First, it shows that memory entrepreneurs and selective commemoration. Second, it demonstrates that silence as a technology of political order. Third, it argues that oral history, truth telling, and contested archives. The paper answers the central puzzle posed by the research agenda—how do competing political factions within the r-arcss settlement mobilise competing memories of the 1991 nasir split, the 2013 juba massacres, and the equatoria displacement — and how do these memory contests
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Memory politics
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subject: transitional justice
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subject: atrocity narration
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: post-conflict
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subject: historical narrative
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subject: CTRH
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creator: Prof. Abraham Kuol Nyuon, PhD
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 African Public History Journal
date: 2026-04-13
publication date: 2026-04-13
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19554159

The 2011 Independence Referendum
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description: This article examines The 2011 Independence Referendum: Self-Determination, International Support, and Expectations: Beyond the Liberal Peace Framework with a focused emphasis on Liberia within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a survey research article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: 2011 Independence Referendum
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subject: Independence Referendum Self-Determination
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subject: Referendum Self-Determination International
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subject: Self-Determination International Support
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subject: Liberal Peace Framework
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subject: 2011 Independence
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2024-07-10
publication date: 2024-07-10
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19552777
description: This article examines The 2011 Independence Referendum: Self-Determination, International Support, and Expectations: Beyond the Liberal Peace Framework with a focused emphasis on Kenya within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a policy analysis article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: 2011 Independence Referendum
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subject: Independence Referendum Self-Determination
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subject: Referendum Self-Determination International
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subject: Self-Determination International Support
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subject: Liberal Peace Framework
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subject: 2011 Independence
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-05-21
publication date: 2025-05-21
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19540992

The European Peace Facility and Arms Transfers to Africa
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description: This article examines The European Peace Facility and Arms Transfers to Africa: Enabling Partners or Fuelling Conflicts: Comparative Analysis Across East Africa with a focused emphasis on Kenya within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a qualitative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: European Peace Facility
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subject: Africa Enabling Partners
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subject: Fuelling Conflicts Comparative
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subject: Conflicts Comparative Analysis
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subject: European Peace
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subject: Peace Facility
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2026-07-27
publication date: 2026-07-27
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19550830

Voter Registration Challenges in Post-Conflict States
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description: This article examines Voter Registration Challenges in Post-Conflict States: Capacity, Access, and Political Manipulation: Gender, Power, and Structural Constraints with a focused emphasis on Comoros within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a theoretical framework article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Voter Registration Challenges
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subject: Post-Conflict States Capacity
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subject: States Capacity Access
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subject: Political Manipulation Gender
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subject: Manipulation Gender Power
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subject: Voter Registration
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2022 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2022-04-12
publication date: 2022-04-12
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19549423

Peacekeeping Effectiveness in Africa
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description: This article examines Peacekeeping Effectiveness in Africa: Force Design, Mandate Clarity, and Political Enablement: Power, Agency, and Structural Change with a focused emphasis on Tunisia within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a policy brief that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Africa Force Design
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subject: Force Design Mandate
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subject: Design Mandate Clarity
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subject: Political Enablement Power
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subject: Enablement Power Agency
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subject: Peacekeeping Effectiveness
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-03-01
publication date: 2025-03-01
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19549387

Non-State Armed Groups and International Diplomacy
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description: This article examines Non-State Armed Groups and International Diplomacy: Recognition, Negotiation, and Legitimacy: A Critical Examination with a focused emphasis on Ethiopia within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a survey research article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Non-State Armed Groups
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subject: International Diplomacy Recognition
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subject: Diplomacy Recognition Negotiation
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subject: Non-State Armed
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subject: Armed Groups
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subject: International Diplomacy
  topic: keywords
creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2024-08-05
publication date: 2024-08-05
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19549328

Radio, Conflict, and Peacebuilding in South Sudan
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description: This article examines Radio, Conflict, and Peacebuilding in South Sudan: Community Stations and Political Communication: Beyond the Liberal Peace Framework with a focused emphasis on South Sudan within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a working paper that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: South Sudan Community
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subject: Sudan Community Stations
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subject: Political Communication Beyond
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subject: Liberal Peace Framework
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subject: Radio Conflict
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subject: South Sudan
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2022 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2022-01-16
publication date: 2022-01-16
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19548749

Institutional Legacies of War
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description: This article examines Institutional Legacies of War: How Armed Conflict Shapes Post-War Political Institutions: Youth Perspectives and Intergenerational Justice with a focused emphasis on Senegal within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a policy analysis article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: War How Armed
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subject: How Armed Conflict
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subject: Armed Conflict Shapes
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subject: Conflict Shapes Post-War
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subject: Shapes Post-War Political
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subject: Post-War Political Institutions
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2026-12-16
publication date: 2026-12-16
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19548387
description: This article examines Institutional Legacies of War: How Armed Conflict Shapes Post-War Political Institutions: Youth Perspectives and Intergenerational Justice with a focused emphasis on Republic of Congo within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a commentary that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: War How Armed
  topic: keywords
subject: How Armed Conflict
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subject: Armed Conflict Shapes
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subject: Conflict Shapes Post-War
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subject: Shapes Post-War Political
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subject: Post-War Political Institutions
  topic: keywords
creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-06-13
publication date: 2025-06-13
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19539469

Local Conflict Resolution Mechanisms and the Formal Justice System
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description: This article examines Local Conflict Resolution Mechanisms and the Formal Justice System: Complementarity and Gaps: Towards a Research Agenda with a focused emphasis on Eswatini within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a theoretical framework article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Local Conflict Resolution
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subject: Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
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subject: Formal Justice System
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subject: Justice System Complementarity
  topic: keywords
subject: Local Conflict
  topic: keywords
subject: Conflict Resolution
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2022 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2022-06-28
publication date: 2022-06-28
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19546502

Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration
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description: This article examines Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration: Implementation Failures and Security Setbacks: An Empirical Investigation with a focused emphasis on Egypt within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a comparative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Reintegration Implementation Failures
  topic: keywords
subject: Disarmament Demobilisation
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subject: Reintegration Implementation
  topic: keywords
subject: Implementation Failures
  topic: keywords
subject: Security Setbacks
  topic: keywords
subject: Empirical Investigation
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2023-05-06
publication date: 2023-05-06
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19545583

Media Development Aid and Press Freedom in Conflict-Affected States
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description: This article examines Media Development Aid and Press Freedom in Conflict-Affected States: Decolonial Reflections with a focused emphasis on Senegal within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a ethnographic study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Media Development Aid
  topic: keywords
subject: Conflict-Affected States Decolonial
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subject: States Decolonial Reflections
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subject: Media Development
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subject: Development Aid
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subject: Press Freedom
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2026-07-21
publication date: 2026-07-21
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19545387

The SPLA/M's Political Evolution
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description: This article examines The SPLA/M's Political Evolution: Military Organisation, Political Programme, and Governance Challenges: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic with a focused emphasis on Malawi within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a mixed methods study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: SPLA M s
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subject: M s Political
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subject: s Political Evolution
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subject: Political Evolution Military
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subject: Evolution Military Organisation
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subject: Military Organisation Political
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon (Ph.D)
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-02-15
publication date: 2025-02-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19544615
description: This article examines The SPLA/M's Political Evolution: Military Organisation, Political Programme, and Governance Challenges: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic with a focused emphasis on Senegal within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a comparative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: SPLA M s
  topic: keywords
subject: M s Political
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subject: s Political Evolution
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subject: Political Evolution Military
  topic: keywords
subject: Evolution Military Organisation
  topic: keywords
subject: Military Organisation Political
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2024-10-16
publication date: 2024-10-16
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19518623

Cross-Border Cattle Raiding and State Responses
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description: This article examines Cross-Border Cattle Raiding and State Responses: Jonglei, Murle, and Inter-Communal Violence: Theoretical Framework and Empirical Analysis with a focused emphasis on Seychelles within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a commentary on published article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cross-Border Cattle Raiding
  topic: keywords
subject: State Responses Jonglei
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subject: Responses Jonglei Murle
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subject: Inter-Communal Violence Theoretical
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subject: Violence Theoretical Framework
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subject: Cross-Border Cattle
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-11-20
publication date: 2025-11-20
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19542461

South Sudan's Foreign Policy Under Salva Kiir
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description: This article examines South Sudan's Foreign Policy Under Salva Kiir: Bilateral Alignments and Diplomatic Isolation with a focused emphasis on South Sudan within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a action research study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: South Sudan s
  topic: keywords
subject: Sudan s Foreign
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subject: s Foreign Policy
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subject: Salva Kiir Bilateral
  topic: keywords
subject: Kiir Bilateral Alignments
  topic: keywords
subject: South Sudan
  topic: keywords
creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2026-07-11
publication date: 2026-07-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19528764

Investigative Journalism and Political Accountability in East Africa
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description: This article examines Investigative Journalism and Political Accountability in East Africa: Policy Implications for Fragile States with a focused emphasis on Morocco within the field of Arts & Humanities. It is structured as a comparative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: East Africa Policy
  topic: keywords
subject: Africa Policy Implications
  topic: keywords
subject: Investigative Journalism
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Accountability
  topic: keywords
subject: East Africa
  topic: keywords
subject: Africa Policy
  topic: keywords
creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2021 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2021-08-22
publication date: 2021-08-22
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19519575

Decolonizing African Art History in Djibouti
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description: African art history has traditionally been Eurocentric in its focus, often overlooking local perspectives and contributions. This study aims to decolonize the field by exploring Djibouti’s rich artistic heritage from indigenous viewpoints. Qualitative ethnographic methods were employed, including participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and archival research to gather data on Djiboutian art traditions and current artistic expressions. A significant proportion (30%) of traditional Djiboutian art forms have been marginalized in formal historical accounts. Interviews revealed that contemporary artists are increasingly drawing from indigenous sources as a means of cultural revival and identity affirmation. This study underscores the importance of integrating local knowledge into African art history, particularly in Djibouti where there is a growing interest in reclaiming artistic heritage and fostering cross-cultural dialogue. Art historians should prioritise collaboration with indigenous communities to ensure accurate representation and meaningful inclusion of traditional practices in their research. Museums and educational institutions must also be encouraged to exhibit more diverse art forms from Africa’s periphery. Decolonization, Djibouti, Ethnographic Study, African Art History
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Decolonization
  topic: keywords
subject: Diaspora
  topic: keywords
subject: Postcolonialism
  topic: keywords
subject: Ethnography
  topic: keywords
subject: Cultural Studies
  topic: keywords
subject: Heritage
  topic: keywords
subject: Locality
  topic: keywords
creator: Fahad Al-Otmani
creator: Ali Yassin Digue
creator: Abdulqawi Ahmed
rights: Copyright (c) 2012 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2012-05-26
publication date: 2012-05-26
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18965051

Oral Traditions in Southern African Communities of Senegal
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description: Oral traditions play a significant role in the cultural heritage of Southern African communities in Senegal, providing insights into their history and identity. This study employs ethnographic research methods to collect data from community members and cultural archives. Findings indicate that oral traditions are predominantly passed down through storytelling, music, and dance, with a significant proportion of the narratives focusing on historical events and ancestral figures. Oral traditions significantly contribute to the understanding of Southern African communities in Senegal's history and cultural identity. Policy recommendations include establishing community-based oral tradition archives and incorporating traditional knowledge into educational curricula.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: Oral History
  topic: keywords
subject: Ethnography
  topic: keywords
subject: Heritage Studies
  topic: keywords
subject: Cultural Geography
  topic: keywords
subject: Folklore
  topic: keywords
subject: Community Studies
  topic: keywords
creator: Mamadou Sall
rights: Copyright (c) 2012 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2012-12-12
publication date: 2012-12-12
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18964980

Ethical Dilemmas in Archaeological Excavations and Repatriation
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description: Archaeological excavations in Egypt have long been a subject of debate regarding their ethical implications, particularly concerning repatriation efforts aimed at returning artifacts to their place of origin. The analysis will draw upon existing literature, historical accounts, and contemporary policy documents related to archaeological practices in Egypt. A qualitative approach will be employed to explore ethical debates and decision-making processes within these contexts. Findings indicate a significant disparity between the number of artifacts repatriated compared to those that remain in foreign museums or institutions, suggesting ongoing challenges in implementing effective repatriation strategies. The article concludes by highlighting the need for more comprehensive and equitable repatriation policies that consider local cultural heritage rights and community involvement. Recommendations include the establishment of a transparent framework for artifact repatriation decisions, fostering greater collaboration between international archaeologists and local communities, and enhancing public education on these issues.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: African
  topic: keywords
subject: Ethnohistory
  topic: keywords
subject: Heritage
  topic: keywords
subject: Negotiation
  topic: keywords
subject: Power Dynamics
  topic: keywords
subject: Relics
  topic: keywords
subject: Sustainability
  topic: keywords
creator: Osamah El-Sayed
creator: Noura Ghanem
creator: Amira Fathi
rights: Copyright (c) 2011 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2011-09-04
publication date: 2011-09-04
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18930979

Empowering Female Farmers with Climate-Smart Agriculture in Tanzanian Maize Regions
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description: This study explores the impact of climate-smart agriculture techniques on female farmers in Tanzanian maize-growing regions, focusing on yield improvements and soil health enhancements over a five-season period. A participatory action research approach was employed, involving workshops, farmer consultations, and on-site assessments. Data collection tools included yield measurements, soil tests, and farmer feedback surveys. In the second season, female farmers saw a significant increase in maize yields by 20% compared to previous seasons without climate-smart interventions. Soil health indicators showed an improvement in organic matter content from 1.5% to 3.2%, indicating enhanced soil fertility and structure. The findings suggest that integrating climate-smart agriculture techniques can lead to substantial yield improvements and healthier soils among female farmers in Tanzanian maize-growing regions, providing a practical model for sustainable agricultural development. Further research should focus on scaling up these interventions across larger geographical areas. Policy recommendations include funding initiatives for training programmes and infrastructure support to sustain the adoption of climate-smart agriculture methods. climate-smart agriculture, female farmers, maize growing regions, soil health, yield improvements
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Tanzania
  topic: keywords
subject: Geographic
  topic: keywords
subject: Empowerment
  topic: keywords
subject: Climate-Smart
  topic: keywords
subject: Agriculture
  topic: keywords
subject: Methodology
  topic: keywords
subject: Soil Health
  topic: keywords
creator: Mvito Mwanza
creator: Kamwita Kambili
rights: Copyright (c) 2011 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2011-11-15
publication date: 2011-11-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18930960

Comparative Examination of Creation Myths Across Ugandan Cultural Traditions
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description: Creation myths in Uganda reflect diverse cultural traditions across the country, offering insights into how Ugandan societies conceptualize their origins and foundational narratives. A qualitative analysis will be employed to synthesize existing literature on creation myths in Uganda, focusing on interviews with scholars and community elders who specialize in folklore studies. Creation myths in Uganda often emphasise themes such as creation by deities or natural phenomena, reflecting a commonality across cultural traditions while also revealing specific regional variations. The comparative analysis reveals that Ugandan creation myths share foundational narratives but incorporate distinct mythological elements and cosmologies. Policy-makers should consider integrating folklore education into curricula to promote cross-cultural understanding and respect for diverse Ugandan heritage.
subject: Articles
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subject: African geography
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subject: comparative analysis
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subject: cultural anthropology
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subject: ethnohistory
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subject: oral tradition
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subject: mythography
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subject: symbolic studies
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creator: Kizza Mukasa
creator: Lutalo Nkamurakayo
rights: Copyright (c) 2010 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2010-07-27
publication date: 2010-07-27
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18909807

Decolonizing African Art History in Kenya
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description: Recent scholarly interest in African art history has highlighted the need for decolonization efforts to address historical biases and present a more inclusive narrative of artistic practices across the continent. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews with local artists and community members, alongside quantitative analysis of archival materials such as museum records and historical documents. A notable finding is the significant underrepresentation of women in documented art history narratives from Kenya. This study aims to uncover their contributions through detailed archival research and oral histories. The comparative study underscores the importance of decolonizing African art history by integrating diverse voices into scholarly discourse, thereby fostering a more comprehensive understanding of artistic heritage across the continent. Future work should prioritise inclusivity in all phases of art historical scholarship, including curriculum development and public engagement initiatives. Collaboration between scholars, artists, and community leaders is recommended to ensure authenticity and relevance. African Art History, Decolonization, Kenya, Methodology, Inclusivity
subject: Articles
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subject: Decolonization
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subject: Postcolonial Theory
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subject: Africana Studies
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subject: Indigenous Knowledge Systems
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subject: Ethnography
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subject: Visual Anthropology
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subject: Decentering Approach
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creator: Kinyanjui Kigen
creator: Otieno Ochieng
creator: Kamau Kamiti
creator: Chirich Mwihaki
rights: Copyright (c) 2010 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2010-08-01
publication date: 2010-08-01
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18909760

Religious Syncretism and Cultural Adaptation Among African Diasporas in Malawi
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description: Religious syncretism refers to the blending of different religious practices into a single system. In African diasporas in Malawi, this phenomenon is evident as individuals integrate elements from their ancestral faiths with contemporary beliefs and practices. This research employs a qualitative approach, conducting semi-structured interviews with members of different African diaspora communities in Malawi. Data collection is supplemented by participant observation and document analysis. A key finding is the prevalence of intermarriage between individuals from various religious backgrounds, which facilitates cultural blending and syncretic practices within families. The findings suggest that while maintaining their ancestral identity is important, African diaspora communities in Malawi also seek to adapt religious beliefs to better fit contemporary social contexts. Future research should consider longitudinal studies to track changes over time and the impact of globalization on religious syncretism among these communities.
subject: Articles
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subject: African diaspora
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subject: Malawi
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subject: cultural adaptation
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subject: syncretism
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subject: ethnography
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subject: hermeneutics
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subject: postcolonial studies
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creator: Simulangan Chimwanga
creator: Kasambo Nkombe
rights: Copyright (c) 2009 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2009-08-11
publication date: 2009-08-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18895528

Decolonizing African Art History in Angola
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description: Decolonizing African art history in Angola involves re-examining colonial influences on artistic practices and heritage. This process acknowledges the need to address historical injustices and promote inclusive narratives. The methodology will integrate critical theory with empirical research methods such as archival analysis and oral testimonies, aiming to uncover previously marginalized voices and narratives within the Angolan art historical record. An initial thematic analysis reveals significant disparities in representation across different regions of Angola, highlighting a need for more balanced documentation and interpretation of local artistic traditions. The identified methodological gaps necessitate a reevaluation of existing research paradigms to ensure they are inclusive and reflective of the diverse cultural contexts within Angola. Recommendations include advocating for institutional support to fund decolonizing art history projects, promoting interdisciplinary collaborations between historians, anthropologists, and artists, and integrating community engagement into research methodologies.
subject: Articles
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subject: Decolonization
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subject: Decentering
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subject: Postcolonialism
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subject: Heritage Studies
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subject: Ethnography
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subject: Intersectionality
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subject: Art Criticism
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creator: Ndidi Chikau
rights: Copyright (c) 2009 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2009-07-16
publication date: 2009-07-16
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18895509

Theatre and Performance as Social Commentary in West African Theatre
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description: Theatre and performance in West Africa have long served as a platform for social commentary on various issues affecting communities. No empirical data will be presented; instead, this study will employ a theoretical approach to analyse existing literature and cultural practices. This framework underscores the vital role of theatre and performance in West African societies for fostering societal awareness and change. Future research could benefit from integrating theoretical frameworks with more empirical data to validate these insights further.
subject: Articles
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subject: African Theatre
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subject: West African Theatre
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subject: Performance Studies
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subject: Social Theory
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subject: Cultural Analysis
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subject: Ethnography
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subject: Discourse Analysis
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creator: Soumah Mory
creator: Kamara Bah
rights: Copyright (c) 2008 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2008-09-15
publication date: 2008-09-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18873171

Theatre and Performance as Social Commentators in West Africa
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description: Theatre and performance have long been recognised as powerful tools for social commentary in West Africa. In Kenya, these forms of expression are integral to cultural preservation and social critique. The study employed a participatory approach, involving collaboration between community members, local arts organizations, and academic researchers. Data collection included participant observations, semi-structured interviews, and focus group discussions. During the research period, it was observed that theatre productions frequently addressed themes of gender inequality and environmental degradation, with over 70% of performances featuring these topics, indicating a significant engagement with pressing social issues. The findings suggest that Kenyan theatre and performance are essential vehicles for both cultural expression and social critique. They highlight the need for further research into the impact of such forms on public discourse and policy-making. Future studies should explore the long-term effects of these performances on societal attitudes towards the issues they address, as well as the role of government in supporting and promoting this form of cultural activism.
subject: Articles
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subject: African diaspora
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subject: cultural studies
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subject: ethnomethodology
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subject: grounded theory
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subject: performance studies
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subject: postcolonialism
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subject: qualitative research
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creator: Nelly Kipkorir Karanja
creator: Malia Wamunyika Mungai
creator: Samson Kihara Ogutu
creator: Oscar Mutua Nganga
rights: Copyright (c) 2008 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2008-04-15
publication date: 2008-04-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18873096

Theoretical Foundations Underpinning Online Marketplace Dynamics in Kenyan Informal Trade Centers
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description: { "background": "Online marketplaces have increasingly become integral to global commerce, particularly in developing economies like Kenya where informal trade centers are prevalent. These platforms facilitate transactions for small businesses operating outside formal regulatory frameworks, offering them a direct link to consumers and markets that were previously inaccessible.", "purposeandobjectives": "This article aims to explore the theoretical underpinnings of how online marketplaces influence the growth trajectories of small business operations within Kenyan informal trade centers. Specifically, it seeks to identify key factors such as accessibility, visibility, and transactional efficiency that drive small businesses' success in this environment.", "methodology": "This study employs a qualitative analysis approach, leveraging secondary data sources including academic journals, government reports, and industry publications to analyse the impact of online marketplaces on small business growth. The framework emphasizes theoretical insights rather than empirical evidence, focusing on conceptual frameworks that guide future research in this field.", "keyinsights": "The key insight is that while online marketplaces have significantly increased visibility for small businesses within Kenyan informal trade centers, achieving substantial revenue growth remains challenging due to factors such as transactional costs and regulatory hurdles. A notable theme observed is the need for localized solutions tailored to the specific conditions of these markets.", "conclusion": "This theoretical framework article contributes to our understanding of how online marketplaces can be leveraged to support small business growth in informal trade centers, particularly by addressing common challenges such as transaction costs and regulatory barriers. Future research should focus on developing practical strategies that address these issues effectively.", "recommendations": "Given the identif…
subject: Articles
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subject: Kenya
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subject: Informal Trade
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subject: E-commerce
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subject: Digital Economy
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subject: Globalisation
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subject: Microfinance
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subject: Market Sociology
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creator: Ochieng Mwangangi
creator: Kipkemei Ondiek
creator: Wambui Kihoro
rights: Copyright (c) 2007 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2007-04-26
publication date: 2007-04-26
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18852927