Examining Civil-military Relations and Economic Development in Kenya: A Case Study of the Kenya Defence Forces
| dc.contributor.author | Banda Edward W | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-09-13T23:35:15Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-09-13T23:35:15Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study explores how CMR influences economic development, with a particular focus on the Kenyan context and the role of KDF. The study uses a mixed-method approach to examine the multidimensional concept of CMR using the interplay between qualitative and quantitative analyses to develop an understanding of both the relationships and implications of sustainable economic growth based on CMR. This study begins with an extensive literature review, which allows for synthesizing the theoretical frameworks and empirical data related to CMR, economic development, and security sector reform. Consequently, a conceptual framework is built around this base, which guides the subsequent probe into the intersection between CMR and economic advancement in Kenya. Chapter one lays down the research problem, objectives, and relevance, which are a prelude to the subsequent chapters. The second chapter provides a detailed literature review, where the central concepts and arguments about CMR are outlined, as well as the importance of CMR for economic development. Chapter three provides a broad overview of the research methodology, including the data collection methods applied, the sampling strategies chosen, and the analytical techniques utilized in the study. The fourth chapter provides empirical evidence and information regarding the scope and character of CMR influence and engagement in Africa, the effectiveness of KDF’s initiatives in spurring economic growth in Kenya, and policy suggestions to improve cooperation between the military sphere and civilian power. This research further confirms the complex interconnection between military establishments, civil governments, and development individuals in formulating economic policies and programs. Hence, the research shows that CMR has a tremendous effect on world economic growth that is connected to improvements for African’s sustainable development goals. In Kenya, the activities of KDF encompass a considerable cross-section of different sectors that comprehensively include infrastructural projects and disaster management. In regard to this, the capabilities of KDF support the successful realization of effective development undertakings while limitations of funds and CMR-related issues pose threats to progress. Drawing the conclusions from the research findings, with reference to specific policy recommendations, this paper attempts to outline a proper orientation of military and civilian sectors’ synergy to the sustainable economic growth of Kenya. These suggestions are meant to promote well-defined guidelines, interagency cooperation, competency-based initiatives, community engagement, infrastructure development, entrepreneurial assistance, and templates that could be effective in monitoring and evaluating the implementation of such recommendations. The article ends with the practical implications of its revealed results for policy makers, practitioners, and scholars. The insight that stakeholders gain with regard to CMR and its role in economic development enables them to formulate appropriate strategies and interventions that promote inclusive growth, peace, and stability in Kenya. The research, in general, contributes to advancing knowledge in the field of CMR, security sector reform, and development studies, thereby providing policy-guiding insights regarding policy formulation, implementation, and future research initiatives. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://repository.ndu.ac.ke/handle/123456789/103 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | NDU-K | |
| dc.title | Examining Civil-military Relations and Economic Development in Kenya: A Case Study of the Kenya Defence Forces | |
| dc.type | Thesis |