This paper traces the historical events in Kenya since her independence till the promulgation of a new constitution in 2010. She has had various challenges and developments which the paper highlights.
Kenya has had tremendous progress since the country achieved political independence in 1963. This has been in the political, social and economic fields. At independence Kenya lacked the necessary capital to undertake the major development projects. The government was faced with the difficult task of devising ways and means of bringing about rapid social and economic development so as solve the three major problems: poverty, disease and ignorance facing the nation. Over the past 50 years, Kenya has experienced to date. This paper seeks to identify and highlight the progress made as well as the challenges experienced.
The developments and challenges are divided into time frames of 10 years beginning from 1960 to 2010. The major argument to be presented is that: whereas Kenya has made strides in the economic, political and social fields. Major challenges continue to exist that are hindering perfect attainment of progress in the aforementioned fields.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Political Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970
- Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970
- Political Developments and Challenges: 1970-1980
- Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 1970-1980
- Political Developments and Challenges: 1980-1990
- Social and Economic Developments and Challenges: 1980-1990
- Political Developments and Challenges: 1990-2000
- Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 1990-2000
- Political Developments and Challenges: 2000-2010
- Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 2000-2010
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to analyze Kenya's political, social, and economic progress and challenges from 1960 to 2010, divided into decade-long periods. The central argument is that while Kenya has made significant strides, substantial obstacles continue to hinder complete advancement across these sectors.
- Political transitions and challenges in post-colonial Kenya.
- Economic development strategies and their impact on various sectors.
- Social changes and inequalities experienced throughout the period.
- The interplay between political, economic, and social factors.
- Enduring challenges hindering Kenya's progress.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage by highlighting Kenya's significant progress since its independence in 1963, despite initial capital and manpower shortages. It emphasizes the government's focus on addressing poverty, disease, and ignorance, outlining the paper's objective to analyze progress and challenges in ten-year periods from 1960 to 2010. The overarching argument presented is that while Kenya achieved considerable advancements, major challenges persistently hampered complete progress in economic, political, and social spheres.
Political Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970: This chapter details the political landscape of Kenya from 1960 to 1970, beginning with the Lancaster House Conferences and the formation of KANU and KADU. It covers the rise of Jomo Kenyatta, the transition to independence, and the subsequent shift towards a de facto one-party state under KANU. The chapter also highlights internal conflicts within KANU, the formation of KPU, and the resulting political rivalries and violence, ultimately leading to KPU's banning. Key events like assassinations and secessionist threats further illustrate the period's political instability.
Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970: This chapter analyzes the economic and social landscape of Kenya during the same period, focusing on the initial lack of capital and skilled labor, as well as uneven regional development. It examines government initiatives like settlement schemes, cooperatives, and land-buying companies aimed at addressing land distribution and economic participation. The chapter likely also discusses the challenges of bridging the gap between developed and underdeveloped regions, and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all Kenyans.
Kenya: Political, Social, and Economic Development (1960-2010) - FAQ
What is the scope of this document?
This document provides a comprehensive preview of a paper analyzing Kenya's political, social, and economic development from 1960 to 2010. It includes a table of contents, objectives and key themes, and chapter summaries.
What are the main objectives of the paper?
The paper aims to analyze Kenya's progress and challenges across political, social, and economic sectors from 1960 to 2010, focusing on decade-long periods. It argues that while Kenya made significant strides, substantial obstacles hindered complete advancement.
What are the key themes explored in the paper?
The key themes include political transitions and challenges in post-colonial Kenya; economic development strategies and their impacts; social changes and inequalities; the interplay between political, economic, and social factors; and enduring challenges hindering Kenya's progress.
What time periods are covered in the analysis?
The analysis covers the period from 1960 to 2010, divided into ten-year intervals (1960-1970, 1970-1980, 1980-1990, 1990-2000, and 2000-2010).
What is covered in the Introduction chapter?
The introduction highlights Kenya's progress since independence despite initial challenges. It outlines the paper's objective to analyze progress and challenges in ten-year periods and emphasizes that significant advancements were accompanied by persistent major challenges.
What does the chapter on "Political Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970" cover?
This chapter details the political landscape from 1960 to 1970, including the Lancaster House Conferences, the formation of KANU and KADU, Jomo Kenyatta's rise, the transition to independence, the shift towards a one-party state, internal conflicts within KANU, the formation and banning of KPU, political rivalries, violence, assassinations, and secessionist threats.
What topics are discussed in the chapter on "Economic and Social Developments and Challenges: 1960-1970"?
This chapter examines the economic and social landscape, focusing on initial resource scarcity, uneven regional development, government initiatives (settlement schemes, cooperatives, land-buying companies), and the challenges of bridging regional disparities and ensuring equitable access to resources.
What is the overall argument of the paper?
The paper argues that while Kenya made considerable advancements in political, economic, and social spheres from 1960 to 2010, significant challenges consistently hampered its complete progress.
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- Mbogo Wa Wambui (Author), 2010, Political, Social and Economic Developments and Challenges in Kenya from 1960 to 2010, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/322610
