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1	2016	Devolution And Territorial Development Inequalities: The Kenyan Experience Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
2	2012	Measuring And Monitoring Progress Towards Good Governance In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
3	2012	Nationalism In Kenya: Weakening The Ties That Bind. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
4	2009	Civil Society And Transition Politics In Kenya: Historical And Contemporary Perspectives Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
5	2007	Governance Issues In Kenya: An Overview Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
6	2007	The Media In Political Transition Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
7	2007	The Politics Of Coalition Government Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
8	2007	Governance And Transition Politics In Kenya Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
9	2006	Wanyande, Peter, 2006. Electoral Politics And Election Outcomes In Kenya. Africa Development. Special Issue On Electoral Politics In Africa. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
10	2006	Refugees And Internally Displaced Persons: A Governance Perspective. In Regional Development Studies Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
11	2005	Wanyande, Peter, 2005. The Role Of The East African Legislative Assembly. In Ajulu,R. The Making Of Region: The Revival Of The East African Community. Click to View Abstract This chapter discusses the expected contribution of the East African Legislative Assembly to the revival and consolidation of the East African Community and the eventual political federation. It also discusses the challenges that the Assembly is likely to face while playing this role. In this regard, the chapter offers some suggestions on how this role can be enhanced. It ends with a brief discussion of the future of the East African Community.
12	2005	Wanyande, Peter, 2005. Evolution Of Governance Practice In Kenya. An Overview In Bujra Abdala (ed). Democratic Transition In Kenya: The Struggle From Liberal To Social Democracy. Click to View Abstract Since the 1990s, political discourse in Kenya and indeed in other Sub-Saharan Africa n countries has centred on issues of governance. This is because of the emerging consensus in the country , especially among scholars that the major social economic, political and human rights problems that Kenya is experiencing emanate from the nature of governance in the country(Kanyinga;2001;37).As a result , a number of initiatives to improve governance have been and continue to be undertaken in Kenya. These initiatives cover the four dimensions of governance, namely political, economic, administrative and legal. This chapter provides background material on the nature and trends of governance in Kenya . It highlights the major trends in governance since independence in 1963 , pointing out their impact on society generally and socio- economic development and stability in particular. The approach adopted is historical and examinees the mode of governance both during the presidency of Kenyatta and that of Moi. The final section of the chapter identifies areas of governance that require priority attention for improvement
13	2005	Wanyande, Peter, 2005. Refugees And Internally Displaces Persons Phenomenon In Africa: A Governance Perspective. Click to View Abstract Since the 1990s, political discourse in Kenya and indeed in other Sub-Saharan Africa n countries has centred on issues of governance. This is because of the emerging consensus in the country , especially among scholars that the major social economic, political and human rights problems that Kenya is experiencing emanate from the nature of governance in the country(Kanyinga;2001;37).As a result , a number of initiatives to improve governance have been and continue to be undertaken in Kenya. These initiatives cover the four dimensions of governance, namely political, economic, administrative and legal. This chapter provides background material on the nature and trends of governance in Kenya . It highlights the major trends in governance since independence in 1963 , pointing out their impact on society generally and socio- economic development and stability in particular. The approach adopted is historical and examinees the mode of governance both during the presidency of Kenyatta and that of Moi. The final section of the chapter identifies areas of governance that require priority attention for improvement
14	2004	Wanyande, Peter, 2004. NEPAD And Security In The IGAD Region. Security In The Age Of Globalization. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
15	2004	Wanyande, Peter, 2004. Challenging The Political Order: The Politics Of Presidential Succession In Kenya. In Bahemuka And Brockington (edited) East Africa In Transition, Images, Identities And Institutions. Click to View Abstract This paper analyses the politics of presidential succession that occupied the time resources and energy of the political class since the opening up of the political space in the late 1980s and earlyb1990s. The paper has three major arguments. First it argues that the changes that were sought constituted a major challenge to the established political order as it sought to dislodge those in power and to make the government responsive to the citizens. This was being done in a context in which political leaders consider it illegal to challenge those in authority. Secondly the paper argues that those challenging the political order by seeking the presidency faced an uphill task precisely because they were up against a well-established political machine in the name of the Kenya Africa National Union (KANU). Finally the paper argues that the politics surrounding presidential succession gravitated around two major interests, namely ethnic and class interests.
16	2004	Wanyande, Peter, 2004. Decentralization And Local Goverance: A Conceptual And Theoretical Discourse. Click to View Abstract This article is a contribution to the debate on the concepts of decentralization and local governance. It discusses some of the major theoretical and conceptual issues that may impact on the practice of decentralization and local governance in Africa. The discussion begins with a conceptualisation of decentralization and local governance and the linkage s between the two, by critically examining some of the assumed linkages between the tow concepts. In particular the article questions the assumption that decentralization will necessarily lead to good governance at the local level This is followed by a discussion of some of the factors that account for the weak support that governments in Sub-Saharan Africa give to decentralization and local governance. In this regard the article identifies some of the challenges to decentralization and local governance that have to be addressed in order to make the process more efficient. The bulk if the discussion takes a more theoretical perspective.
17	2004	Decentralisation And Local Governance: A Conceptual And Theoretical Discourse. Regional Development Dialogue Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
18	2003	Wanyande, Peter, Oyugi W, And C Odhiambo- Mbai . 2003. The Politics Of Transition In Kenya: FROM KANU To NARC. Click to View Abstract This article is a contribution to the debate on the concepts of decentralization and local governance. It discusses some of the major theoretical and conceptual issues that may impact on the practice of decentralization and local governance in Africa. The discussion begins with a conceptualisation of decentralization and local governance and the linkage s between the two, by critically examining some of the assumed linkages between the tow concepts. In particular the article questions the assumption that decentralization will necessarily lead to good governance at the local level This is followed by a discussion of some of the factors that account for the weak support that governments in Sub-Saharan Africa give to decentralization and local governance. In this regard the article identifies some of the challenges to decentralization and local governance that have to be addressed in order to make the process more efficient. The bulk if the discussion takes a more theoretical perspective.
19	2003	Wanyande, Peter. 2003. The Political Context Of Governance. In Kenya's Democratic Transition Challenges And Opportunities. Click to View Abstract This article is a contribution to the debate on the concepts of decentralization and local governance. It discusses some of the major theoretical and conceptual issues that may impact on the practice of decentralization and local governance in Africa. The discussion begins with a conceptualisation of decentralization and local governance and the linkage s between the two, by critically examining some of the assumed linkages between the tow concepts. In particular the article questions the assumption that decentralization will necessarily lead to good governance at the local level This is followed by a discussion of some of the factors that account for the weak support that governments in Sub-Saharan Africa give to decentralization and local governance. In this regard the article identifies some of the challenges to decentralization and local governance that have to be addressed in order to make the process more efficient. The bulk if the discussion takes a more theoretical perspective.
20	2003	Wanyande, Peter. 2003. The Politics Of Alliance Building: The Search For Opposition Unity. Click to View Abstract This article is a contribution to the debate on the concepts of decentralization and local governance. It discusses some of the major theoretical and conceptual issues that may impact on the practice of decentralization and local governance in Africa. The discussion begins with a conceptualisation of decentralization and local governance and the linkage s between the two, by critically examining some of the assumed linkages between the tow concepts. In particular the article questions the assumption that decentralization will necessarily lead to good governance at the local level This is followed by a discussion of some of the factors that account for the weak support that governments in Sub-Saharan Africa give to decentralization and local governance. In this regard the article identifies some of the challenges to decentralization and local governance that have to be addressed in order to make the process more efficient. The bulk if the discussion takes a more theoretical perspective.
21	2003	Wanyande, Peter, 2003. Affirmative Action For Kenyan Women: An Analysis Of The Relevant Provision Of The Draft Constitution. In Maria Nzomo (edts) Perspectives On Gender Discourse. Women In Politics: Challenges On Democratic Transition In Kenya. Click to View Abstract The paper examines the issues of affirmative action as currently provided for in the Draft constitution and seeks to shed insights into the impact of these provisions on the under- representation of women in major decision making state organs and the low level of political participation by women. In short the paper seeks to find out whether or not these provisions will be a panacea to the problems of under representation of women in public decision-making institutions including parliament and local authorities. The paper argues that the proposed affirmative action is major victory for Kenyan women and marks a positive step towards gender parity in Kenyan politics. However affirmative action by itself will not lead to gender parity and solve the political marginalization of women in the medium and long term. It will not result in the nomination of capable and influential women committed to the cause of women. It may in fact be counterproductive in the short and medium run. The women will have to put considerable pressure on those nominated through affirmative action to represent them to do precisely that.
22	2003	Wanyande, Peter. 2003. Reflections On Electoral System And Practice In Kenya. Click to View Abstract The current electoral system in Kenya was adopted at the Lancaster House Conference in 1962 during the negotiations for Kenya's independence. Numerous laws and regulations that have their origins in the current constitution govern the entire electoral process. Despite these the political and administrative environment often hinders the conduct of free and fair elections in the country, a fact that has serious negative implications for the development and attempts to institutionalise democracy in the country. There has been very weak support to the Electoral Commission by other key stakeholders such as political parties especially since the reintroduction of multiparty politics in 1992.There is an urgent need to re-examine the electoral laws and to empower the Electoral Commission of Kenya in order to improve the management of elections. The ongoing constitutional review provides a golden opportunity for this.
23	2003	Wanyande, Peter, 2003. Beyond Campaign Rhetoric; The Challenges For NARC Government. Click to View Abstract The current electoral system in Kenya was adopted at the Lancaster House Conference in 1962 during the negotiations for Kenya's independence. Numerous laws and regulations that have their origins in the current constitution govern the entire electoral process. Despite these the political and administrative environment often hinders the conduct of free and fair elections in the country, a fact that has serious negative implications for the development and attempts to institutionalise democracy in the country. There has been very weak support to the Electoral Commission by other key stakeholders such as political parties especially since the reintroduction of multiparty politics in 1992.There is an urgent need to re-examine the electoral laws and to empower the Electoral Commission of Kenya in order to improve the management of elections. The ongoing constitutional review provides a golden opportunity for this.
24	2003	The Politics Of Alliance Building In Kenya: The Search For Opposition Unity Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
25	2003	Reflections On Electoral Systeme And Practice In Kenya In Hekima Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
26	2002	Wanyande. Peter. 2002. Joseph D, Otiende. A Biography. Click to View Abstract The current electoral system in Kenya was adopted at the Lancaster House Conference in 1962 during the negotiations for Kenya's independence. Numerous laws and regulations that have their origins in the current constitution govern the entire electoral process. Despite these the political and administrative environment often hinders the conduct of free and fair elections in the country, a fact that has serious negative implications for the development and attempts to institutionalise democracy in the country. There has been very weak support to the Electoral Commission by other key stakeholders such as political parties especially since the reintroduction of multiparty politics in 1992.There is an urgent need to re-examine the electoral laws and to empower the Electoral Commission of Kenya in order to improve the management of elections. The ongoing constitutional review provides a golden opportunity for this.
27	2002	Wanyande, Peter. 2002. The Public Service And The Politics Of Succession. Mute L Et Al. (edts). Building And Open Society, The Politics Of Transition In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
28	2002	Wanyande, Peter, 2002. Recent Constitutional Developments In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
29	2002	Joseph D, Otiende. A Biography Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
30	2001	Wanyande, Peter, 2001. Governance, Democracy And Development In East Africa. In P. Samanta And Risen (ed). Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
31	2001	Wanyande, Peter, 2001. The Power Of Knowledge: The Impact Of Voter Education And Electoral Behaviour In A Kenyan Constituency. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
32	2001	Wanyande, Peter. 2001.The Practice Of Governance.Making Informed Choices. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
33	2001	Wanyande, Peter. 2001. Management Politics In Kenya\ Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
34	2001	Public Service Ethics In Kenya Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
35	2001	Civic Education For Marginalised Communities Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
36	2001	Management Politics In Kenya's Sugar Industry: Towards An Effective Framework Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
37	1999	Wanyande, Peter. 1999. Human Capital Development In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
38	1999	Wanyande, Peter. 1999. Governance And Structural Adjustment In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
39	1998	Wanyande Peter. 1998. The Significance Of Voter Education In The Democratization Process. In The Road To Democracy. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
40	1997	Wanyande, Peter Et Al. 1997. History And Government. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
41	1997	Wanyande, Peter. 1997. Oginga Odinga. In: The Encyclopedia Of Africa South Of The Sahara. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
42	1997	Wanyande, Peter. 1997. The Mass Media As Civil Society And Their Role In Democratic Transition In Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
43	1997	State Driven Conflict In The Greater Horn Of Africa Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
44	1995	Wanyande, Peter. 1995. The State, Democracy, And Sustainable Development In Africa. In Charles Okigbo (ed) Media And Sustainable Development. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
45	1995	Mass Media State Relations In Kenya Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
46	1993	The Politics Of Structural Adjustment In Kenya. The Case Of Cost-sharing In Education And Health Care Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
47	1990	Wanyande, Peter. 1990. Themes In World History. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
48	1988	E.S. Atieno- Odhiambo And Wanyande, Peter. 1988. History And Government Of Kenya. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
49	1988	Namibia's Independence Negotiations Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
50	1988	Sincerity Of South Africa Questioned: OAU Must Intensify Liberation Efforts Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
51	1987	Wanyande, Peter. 1987. Women's Groups In Participatory Development: Kenya's Development Experience Through Harambee. Click to View Abstract No Abstract!
52	1987	Democracy And The One-party State: The African Experience Click to View Abstract No Abstract!