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The State and Nation-Building Processes in Kenya since Independence: Remembering the Marginalised and Forgotten Issues and Actors
Susan Waiyego Mwangi
(Illustrated by)
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Elias Omondi Opongo
(Illustrated by)
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Ephraim Wachira Wahome
(Illustrated by)
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Langaa RPCID
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The State and Nation-Building Processes in Kenya since Independence: Remembering the Marginalised and Forgotten Issues and Actors - Mwangi, Susan Waiyego ; Opongo, Elias Omondi ; Wahome, Ephraim Wachira
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Synopsis "The State and Nation-Building Processes in Kenya since Independence: Remembering the Marginalised and Forgotten Issues and Actors"
Kenya's nationalism during the colonial period was marked by two main characteristics that feature in this book. First, the struggle for independence that was mainly characterized by the claim for land that had been taken away by the colonizers. Second was the struggle for autonomy and self-determination, mainly through political resistance. The authors in this book analyse historical trajectories of Kenya's nationalism trends while highlighting the role of political leaders, large as well as small ethnic groups, perennial conflicts, community as well as religious leaders, among others. The discussions demonstrate that quest for a national identity that is inclusive at all levels - whether politically, economically, religiously and ethnically - has marked Kenya's struggle for nationalism, sometimes leading to violence, especially during election periods, national unity through political coalitions and reconciliation, as well as institutional reforms. In conclusion, the authors demonstrate that while Kenya is gradually advancing towards national cohesion, there are still many challenges yet to be surmounted.
