Policy Transfer: Internationalization of Security Policy in Africa (Case of Kenya)
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Date
2023
Authors
Chemosit, Nick William
Manana, Collins Powel
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Publisher
AJOEI
Abstract
Purpose of the study: This article aimed to explore the role of policy transfer in
addressing security issues in African countries, particularly in the context of increasing
regionalization and globalization.
Statement of the problem: The problem addressed in this study is the increasing
importance of understanding policy transfers role in curbing security issues in African
countries amid growing regionalization and globalization. It is crucial for donors,
program implementers, and scholars to navigate potential efficiencies and avoid pitfalls
associated with policy transfer in addressing security challenges.
Research methodology: The essay employed the PRISMA technique and utilized an
inductive research methodology with qualitative methods, including purposive
sampling, telephone interviews, and observations. Thematic analysis was chosen for
data analysis, allowing for proper evaluation, flexibility, and validation of findings,with themes such as external and domestic security environments, state and non-state
actors, and socio-economic factors.
Findings: Policy transfer is influenced by various factors, including domestic
prerequisites, the nature of the transfer, and the relationship between the importer and
exporter. Policy networks, such as political institutions, civil servants, and NGOs, play
a crucial role in facilitating policy transfer. Globalization has led to challenges such as
radicalization, religious extremism, and socio-economic disparities, which impact the
implementation of policy transfer in Kenya. The instability of neighboring countries
and youth unemployment exacerbate these issues, making it essential for Kenya to
carefully consider policy transfers in order to address security threats and other
challenges effectively.
Recommendations: To improve policy transfer, the following recommendations are
suggested: promote interactions between officials from different countries;
acknowledge the role of policy networks in information sharing; consider domestic
factors and variables for successful policy transfer; carefully assess the nature of
transfer, motivations, and relationships between countries. It is important to avoid hasty
policy transfers and evaluate policies for contextual relevance. Kenyan governments
need to stress the significance of evidence-based security policy transfer and the
necessity of the security sector as a logical learning institution It important to address
radicalization and religious extremism and improve socio-economic conditions to
enhance policy transfer effectiveness. The youth unemployment in Kenya should be
tackled to reduce vulnerability to radicalization and terrorism.
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Keywords
Security, Policy transfer, Africa
Citation
William, C. N., & Manana, C. P. (2023). POLICY TRANSFER: INTERNATIONALIZATION OF SECURITY POLICY IN AFRICA (CASE OF KENYA). African Journal of Emerging Issues, 5(3), 95 - 114. Retrieved from https://ajoeijournals.org/sys/index.php/ajoei/article/view/390