...Rafaella Rusmigo Erasmus Student MUP 12/7/2015 Kenya Abstract Throughout time, we have seen countries evolve from many different circumstances, most of which circumstances were from colonial exploitation. European colonialism dates back to the age of exploration and the discoveries that were found overseas from the mainland of Europe. The colonists were brutal to the natives called savages, ruthless to the innocent, and exploiters of the native people and their native lands. In Africa, the Europeans had penetrated it in the 1600-1700’s. In the 1800’s the entire continent did not have a single free independent nation state, all of Africa belonged to the Europeans. Kenya was significantly impact by the imperialists. The historical evidence of Kenya’s economy, culture, and social standards comes from the British rule from 1888-1963. The main purpose of this document is to understand the fundamentals of British colonialism and the British conquest in Kenya. Through examining important points in the history of Kenya, we will found out what are the legacies of the colonial period for Kenya and if they are still relevant to the country today. Republic of Kenya Kenya is a country in East Africa with its territory lying on the equator and overlies the East African Rift covering a diverse and expansive terrain that extends roughly from Lake Victoria to Lake Turkana and further south-east to the Indian Ocean. It is bordered by Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west...
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...KENYA GENERAL INFORMATION Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a sovereign state in Africa. Its capital and largest city is Nairobi. Kenya lies on the equator with the Indian Ocean to the south-east, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the north-west, Ethiopia to the north and Somalia to the north-east. Kenya covers 581,309 km2 (224,445 sq mi) and has a population of about 44 million in July 2012. The country named after Mount Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa. The country has a warm and humid climate along its Indian Ocean coastline, with wildlife-rich savannah grasslands inland towards the capital. Nairobi has a cool climate that gets colder approaching Mount Kenya, which has three permanently snow-capped peaks. Further inland there is a warm and humid climate around Lake Victoria, and temperate forested and hilly areas in the western region. The northeastern regions along the border with Somalia and Ethiopia are arid and semi-arid areas with near-desert landscapes. Lake Victoria, the world's second largest fresh-water lake and the world's largest tropical lake, is situated to the southwest and is shared with Uganda and Tanzania. Kenya is famous for its safaris and diverse wildlife reserves and national parks such as the East and West Tsavo National Park, the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Aberdares National Park. There are several world heritage sites such as Lamu, and world renowned beaches such as Kilifi where international...
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...NATIONALISM IN KENYA Conflict and resentment defined the the colonial experience between the white settlers and native Africans. With Nairobi evolving from a shantytown in the early 1900s into a major urban centre for East Africa, white settlers slowly migrated to the country lured by the prospect of land. They settled in the fertile highlands outside Nairobi, an area later dubbed the "White Highlands." Both the Maasai and the Kikuyu tribes lost large amounts of land to these European settlers. Their resentment grew deeper with each acre lost and the inevitable conflicts would not fully be resolved until independence. Successful large-scale farming depended to a great degree upon an adequate labour force, namely Africans. They, however, did not see any advantage or gain in working for the European encroachers. In response, the colonial authorities introduced hut taxes and other laws that forced the Africans into low-paying wage employment. This marked the introduction of a cash economy into a land dominated by the barter system. World War I provided a hiatus in white settlement but after the war Britain gained possession of this region under the Treaty of Versailles and began a policy of inequitable land distribution that further fuelled growing African resentment. The government offered land in the Kenyan highlands to war veterans at inexpensive prices but only white veterans, not African veterans, could take advantage of this offer. White settlers streamed in and increasing...
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...production facility outside of the United States to produce a variety of consumer products, in Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya. We plan to: * Pointedly expand into the Tanzanian, Ugandan and Kenyan markets to improve profit margins and increase local market share. * Construct a factory in a high potential region * Expand global reach and decrease costs of production in a new facility in these markets. Introduction: Lewis Globalworks Co. Inc. is a producer of a variety of consumer products. Such products include textiles, computers, and auto parts. The company has successfully operated in the United States for the past ten years. With the business boom that is occurring domestically and the desire to improve overall profit margins, the company is planning to build a production facility somewhere outside the U.S. in an attempt to produce at a lower cost. This plan will lay out our goals and tasks to make this potential transition successful and create a profitable outfit. In this write up five major areas of concern will be addressed. These areas are Economic, Cultural, Political, Technological and Legal. All five areas will have significant impact on a decision to build a facility in one of three areas. Our goal is to provide you with an overview of the current environment related to the five areas of concern, in the countries of Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya. All three countries are located on the eastern coast of Africa and exhibit similar characteristics, with slight variation...
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...Kenya the land of cancer. I look at the Kenyan society today and the best name that comes in my mind is “cancer’’, a deadly disease, if it’s not in the government and its leaders then in the public institutions, like universities, hospitals and the public road infrastructure. The following are the major issues affecting Kenya and at large, the African continent, ‘’ the dark continent indeed’’ 1. Corruption – the common phrase used by the leader is ‘’ it’s our time to eat’’. After elections, the wining team which for a long time will always be from specific community, tries as much as possible to occupy all the appointment positions in the government to ensure that they gain maximally from the national cake ‘’ natural resources’’ for example, Kenya security organs are occupied with one community and at any time they can decide to chair a national security meeting in their own dialect. During the time of grand coalition government from 2007-2012, the office off the prime minister, was composed of one ethnic group, from where the prime minister emanates, in leadership , the system of Kenya doesn’t trust an outsider, i.e., if the president is from kikuyu, then the top positions in the defense force are from his ethnic community. The police force is not left out in this vise, to compensate for their little salaries, they practice bribery along the main Kenya high ways, they allow unworthy vehicles to use the roads at a prize of ksh 100 per tribe. In their recruitment, for...
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...In his book, Facing Mount Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta establishes the history and culture of the Gikuyu society. Articulated from an African perspective, the book demonstrations both the rich culture of the Gikuyu society, and even the threats of European impact over a population of people whose whole lives are centered on social customs and religious ideas. He defends the African customs and troubles the British dominated in Kenya. Certain points are cited throughout his reading with respect to the explanation of Gikuyu society. Oral tradition, family clan, age grouping, marriage, religion and sexuality play a reflective role in the lives of the Gikuyu culture. Kenyatta discovers the British taking advantage of the work-force the Gikuyu provide. He additional states that the British took away their right to religion and has described them as an uncivilized and sluggish society. Kenyatta explains that the British took away their right to religion and has described them as an uncivilized and sluggish society. He states that oral custom is a vital trait that a young child in the Gikuyu culture acquires from his birth. Writing and reading were not ideal abilities since the oral tradition permitted the child to grow and adapt to this type of personality. The child was directed through the teachings of his parents so that one day he or her may be able to carry this tradition to their offspring. Folklore, tribal dances, tribal customs, and farming were all taught orally and through hands-on...
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...Conducting Business in Kenya February 13, 2015 Abstract As a business consultant for XYZ Medical Group, our mission is to travel to East Africa and build a HIV/AIDS clinic. Our goal is to educate different communities on the importance of safeguarding their health against contracting this disease. XYZ Medical Group has designed a program that has been successful in New York City and Philadelphia. Pursing international endeavors will be challenging when it comes to cultural and business practices. Understanding the different cultures and how to interact to convey the message is crucial. In order to be successful there must be policies and a strategic framework for mobilizing and coordinating resources for the prevention of HIV/AIDS transmission and provision of care and support to the infected and affected people in Kenya. AIDS is an epidemic throughout Africa and Kenya is not excluded. Currently, most people are not educated on the dangers of this disease due to ethnic, cultural, and religious beliefs. The country’s diverse culture, customs and gestures, political imbalance, economic state, and how they conduct business with foreign influences are some issues that will be addressed and solved before entering this venture. Conducting Business in Kenya Kenya or the Republic of Kenya is a newly independent country that gained its independence in 1963 from British colonial rule. Kenya is located in East Africa and is bordered by Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan. Ethiopia...
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...My country is Kenya, which is a Republic of East Africa, with an area of approximately 580,367 km2 (CIA World Fact book), and an estimated population of 40.7 million (2013 estimates by Kenya Bureau of Statistics). “Why do I still love my country Kenya, in spite of the current insecurities and other disconcerting issues that are so predominant in various parts of the country?”, a lingering query in the intellect of many. Kenya is endowed with a breathtaking and natural beauty that is distinctly spectacular. With the; raw beauty of the landscape, breathtaking spectacle of the wildlife, wide-open plains and savannahs, undisturbed forests and arid deserts, Magnificent sandy beaches with amazing coral reefs, roaming wildlife in the endless acacia-studded...
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...Kenya is about 582'646 square kilometers in size (wikipedia.org). It is a country in Eastern Africa on the Indian Ocean coast between Somalia and Tanzania. Its geographic coordinates are: 1°00′N 38°00′E. About 1.9% of its total area is covered by water. (Wikipedia.org) Different Locations dictates the climate of Kenya in that variations range between cool during the day, to always warm/hot. Kenyan coast has high temperatures throughout the year. It has tropical type of rainfall. Temperatures alternate from cool to hot daily. (wikipedia.org) In the interior of Kenya, climate becomes more arid. An arid climate has almost no any rainfall, and there is a big difference in temperature between day and night. In many regions, the daytime temperature...
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...Kenya is a beautiful country in East Africa and one of the most famous tourist destinations on the African continent which indeed has arguably some of the most of the beautiful sandy beaches in Africa. Millions of tourists from all over the world land in the country annually to sample attractions such as mountain climbing, beautiful scenery, pristine sandy beaches, historical and prehistoric sites, wildlife to golfing; this country offers everything for everyone. Below is a short step by step guide on the most important details you need to know before visiting magical Kenya. Peak/High Season: January to February and July to October. Mid-Season: October to December. Low Season: March to May. The Best Time of The Year to Travel to Kenya. The best time to visit Kenya for a beach holiday or safari is during the dry season which lasts from the month of July to October. At this particular time, the skies are clear, there is no rainfall and the sunshine is abundant. At the Kenyan coast, humidity can be high all year round at around 80 to 85% although this would mostly favor people escaping the harsh winters in Europe and North America....
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...Contents ABSTRACT 2 INTRODUCTION 3 The Major Tribes in Kenya 4 Situational Analysis 4 EFFECTS OF TRIBALISM ON SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 5 Inability to fight corruption 5 Distrust 5 Underdevelopment 6 Suppression of justice 6 Disintegration of interrelation ties 6 EFFECTS OF TRIBALISM ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8 EFFECTS OF TRIBALISM IN POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT IN KENYA 11 CONCLUSION 13 RECOMMENDATIONS 13 BIBLIOGRAPHY 14 ABSTRACT This report discusses extensively the impact of tribalism on social, economic and political development in Kenya. This has been done by objectively looking at the challenges that these important sectors are facing as a result of the negative ethnicity or tribalism that Kenya is notorious for. In order to put into perspective and to qualify the ideas expressed in this report many historical and contemporary examples have been presented. The report also contains recommendations made by the group with regards to what needs to be done to overcome this problem. INTRODUCTION A tribe is a group of individuals who possess a common ancestry, language, culture and sometimes-geographical area. Kenya boasts of 42 indigenous tribes spread across the country. Tribalism is the selfish use of this commonness to deny or dispossess others who are not of the same tribe of their rights and access to opportunities and resources in society. It is the act of favouring those from one’s tribe be it in social, public or economic decisions and discriminating...
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...Comparing and Contrasting France Verses Kenya awd Introduction Kenya is located approximately on the map as 2N, 38E. (Latitude, Longitude.) Kenya became independent in 1963, and only had three presidents since. The current population is estimated as 30, 339,770. The official language is Swahili. It has a host of cultural practices and beliefs. France is a country in Western Europe. It is famous for its wine and cheese. People in France also enjoy croissants and different kinds of bread but baguette is the most popular. They also like truffles; a black, warty fungus that grow in the roots of oak and hazelnut trees. Truffles are really expensive and they use trained pigs to find them. The study compares these two countries France and Kenya within the setting of International Management practices. Comparing and Contrasting France Verses Kenya Kenya is located in East Africa and borders Somalia to the northeast, Ethiopia to the north, Sudan to the northwest, Uganda to the west, Tanzania to the south, and the Indian Ocean to the east. The country straddles the equator, covering a total of 224,961 square miles (582,600 square kilometers; roughly twice the size of the state of Nevada). Kenya has wide white-sand beaches on the coast. Inland plains cover three-quarters of the country; they are mostly bush, covered in underbrush. In the west are the highlands where the altitude rises from three thousand to ten thousand feet. Nairobi, Kenya's largest city and capital, is...
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...APPLICATION OF CAGE DISTANCE FRAMEWORK - AN ANALYSIS OF KENYA AND RUSSIA SUBMITTED BY: YULIA BEREZINA SUBMITTED TO PROF. DANIELE CERRATO MATHIAS KOSKE DAVIDE NICHETTI VANESSA ZERRATE 11TH FEB. 2015 1 Foreign investment can be particularly challenging. In order get it right, the use of tools and evaluations is critical. In this document, based on the CAGE framework, we analyze distances between Russia and Kenya, and assess how they impact business establishment and operations in the latter. One of the most important things to take into account is the culture. We noticed that the two countries have very distinct and diverse cultural dimensions. They do not have a common language i.e. Russia has Russian as it official language while Kenya has English and Swahili, or have any shared ethnicity despite Russia having 185 and Kenya 42 ethnic groups. Religious disparities are also evident in these two economies. The Russians are largely unbelievers with the Russian Orthodox being the dominant religion whereas Kenyans are largely Christians. Despite these differences, the Muslim population in both countries is significantly represented but their marginalization makes them insignificant on an investment front. Finally, the social norms and values in both countries are quite similar, with the similar concepts of family, societal upbringing and gender roles. When evaluating both countries at the administrative level we encounter that they do not share a...
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...As political temperatures continue to rise, many people remain tightlipped on the choices they have made with regard to presidential contenders. A time has come when Kenyans have to move away from the politics of ethnicity and embrace issue-based approaches. Therefore, it becomes prudent to make choices based on what leaders can offer. In this regard, what they have done comes in handy. This is why my choice for the country’s next president is the Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga. The Prime Minister comes out as a vivid figure of democratic embodiment in Kenya’s quest to be a just society. To start with, it would be foolhardy to believe that there is any leader without flaws. Not even the great minds in the make of Martin Luther King Junior or Mahatma Gandhi could fit such a leadership construction. Therefore, the prime minister is no exception to this reality. However, when the good deeds in humans outweigh their bad elements, they qualify to be part of fabric of good leadership. Does the prime minister belong to this group? The answer to this question is an absolute yes. The prime minister has come out in several occasions as a person we can trust in pursuit of worthy causes. Some people have lambasted him for being a populist. Yet, his actions have always proved otherwise. In the case of Mau Forest restoration, the prime minister had the option of appeasing the Kalenjin community by playing at the whims of populism for the sake of votes. However, he believed that Kenyans...
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...Doing Business in Kenya| Kenyan Social and Business Culture Overview Kenya lies to the east of the African continent and has a coast on the Indian Ocean. The country stradles two of the most famous lakes in Africa - Lake Turkana and Lake Victoria. At its heart is Mount Kenya from which the country takes its name. The Kenyan population is heterogeneous, comprising seven major ethnic groups as well as tens of smaller ones and non-Kenyan communities. There is a religious mix with a Christian majority and Muslim and indigenous religious minorities. Formerly a British colony, Kenya achieved independence in 1963. Understanding the various cultural norms and ethnic and religious groups is essential when doing business in Kenya. Kenyan Culture - Key Concepts and Values Group-relations – Kenyans have strong affiliations to their ethnic group or tribe and sometimes place them in front of the ‘nation’. The family is at the heart of Kenyan life and is given priority over everything else. Several generations will live together in one house with all family members taking care of one another. Absenteeism from work or delays in performing tasks due to family obligations is frequently experienced in Kenya and is viewed as perfectly acceptable. Religion – The majority of the population is Christian (Protestant and Catholic) but there is also a substantial Muslim (Sunni) minority. At the same time Animism and ancestor worship remain widespread. Both Christians and Muslims have managed to incorporate...
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