Trails In Academic And Administrative Leadership In Kenya

Author : Michieka, Ratemo Waya
Publisher : CODESRIA
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-05-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9782869786424

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Trails in Academic and Administrative Leadership in Kenya by Michieka, Ratemo Waya Pdf

Scholars, especially those interested in understanding how leadership has inhibited academic freedom and hindered effectiveness of institutions of higher learning have for long been engaged by the very important manner in which governance and leadership of higher education institutions in Africa is constituted and managed. The fact that there has been a dearth of work based on the experiences of those who have served as university leaders has created a major gap. Questions remain on how leaders of higher education institutions are identified, how they are prepared, the personal predispositions that individuals bring to the exercise of such positions and their personal experiences regarding what energizes or inhibits the performance of their work. Until recently, presidents in most African countries served as chancellors of public universities, identification of those who served as university leaders was largely a political process. But much has changed, with most countries establishing oversight bodies and the overall governance of higher education institutions divorced from the day-to-day political processes. Trails in Academic and Administrative Leadership in Kenya provides a personal account of the experiences in higher education leadership from an individual whose tenure in leadership straddled the two eras. In this book, Prof. Michieka provides an account of how his early education prepared him for roles in academic and institutional leadership in Kenya. The author shares his experiences on the trails he had to navigate as an academic, a vice-chancellor and a chairperson of university council at a time when universities in Kenya were transiting from extreme government administrative control to a greater degree of operational autonomy. Readers will find in this work thought-provoking insights on how leaders of higher education institutions in Kenya have had to balance between demands of the political system and the need to safeguard academic traditions in the everyday management of the institutions.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1422161720

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Trails in Academic and Administrative Leadership in Kenya by Anonim Pdf

CODESRIA publishes Africa Development, the longest standing Africa based social science journal; Afrika Zamani, a journal of history; the African Sociological Review; the African Journal of International Affairs; Africa Review of Books and the Journal of Higher Education in Africa. [...] CODESRIA would like to express its gratitude to the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the Ford Foundation, the Carnegie Corporation of New York (CCNY), the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), the Danish Agency for International Development (DANIDA), the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ro. [...] Finally, I wish to thank Prof Ibrahim Oanda, the coordinator of the CODESRIA/ Carnegie Higher Education Leadership Project/Programme for overseeing the progress of this work and making time to go over drafts of the manuscript. [...] The account details the events which led the author to become a scholar, a professor, a vice-chancellor and a chairman of Council. [...] Michieka is a Professor at the University of Nairobi and the Chairman of Kenyatta University Council.

Author : United Nations Department of Public Information
Publisher : United Nations
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789210602822

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Africa Renewal, December 2016 by United Nations Department of Public Information Pdf

The Africa Renewal magazine examines the many issues that confront the people of Africa, its leaders and its international partners: sustainable development goals, economic reform, debt, education, health, women's empowerment, conflict and civil strife, democratization, investment, trade, regional integration and many other topics. It tracks policy debates. It provides expert analysis and on-the-spot reporting to show how those policies affect people on the ground. And, it highlights the views of policy-makers, non-governmental leaders and others actively involved in efforts to transform Africa and improve its prospects in the world today. The magazine also reports on and examines the many different aspects of the United Nations’ involvement in Africa, especially within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD).

Author : Dallen J. Timothy,Stephen W. Boyd
Publisher : Channel View Publications
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781845414788

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Tourism and Trails by Dallen J. Timothy,Stephen W. Boyd Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive overview of trails and routes from a tourism and recreation perspective. This cutting-edge volume addresses conceptual and management issues systematically, examining supply, demand, development and impacts associated with trails and routes.

Author : Rubagumya, Casmir M.
Publisher : Mkuki na Nyota Publishers
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9789987753451

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A Son of Two Countries by Rubagumya, Casmir M. Pdf

A Son of Two Countries is a story of struggle for education. Born in 1946 in Rwanda under Belgian colonial rule, the author recounts his early education in Rwanda and later as a refugee in Tanzania. He was naturalized as a Tanzanian citizen in 1980 while doing his undergraduate studies at the University of Dar es Salaam. As he struggled to get education, the author was also grappling with his refugee status, with all the challenges that it entailed. The book gives insights into the contradictions of colonial and post-colonial education, as well as the author’s reflections on education in Tanzania, given his long experience in the education sector in that country. Finally, we get some glimpses into the dual identity of the author as a Tanzanian citizen of Rwandan origin and how this shaped his relationship with the two countries he calls home. As he aptly puts it, “Rwanda gave me my heart; Tanzania gave me my brain. I find it difficult to choose between my heart and my brain”.

Author : Klaus Koschorke,Jens Holger Schjørring
Publisher : Otto Harrassowitz Verlag
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Africa
ISBN : 3447053313

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African Identities and World Christianity in the Twentieth Century by Klaus Koschorke,Jens Holger Schjørring Pdf

The map of global Christianity continues to undergo dramatic changes, and on this map Africa comes to the fore. The proceedings of the Third International Conference at Munich-Freising on the History of Christianity in the Non-Western World seek to respond to the growing importance of Africa in the context of World Christianity. Prominent scholars from Africa and Europe deal with the manifold manifestations of African Christianity in the 20th century and the various ways in which "African" and "Christian" identities were formulated and interacted with each other. The negotiation of the local and the global in the process of forming African churches is discussed, as is the question of the impact of internal African debates and developments on global ecumenical discussions. From the table of contents (16 contributions): O.U. Kalu, A Trail of Ferment in African Christianity. Ethiopianism, Prophetism, PentecostalismK. Ward, African identities in the historic 'Mainline Churches'. A case study of the negotiation of local and global within African AnglicanismA. Anderson, African Independent Churches and Global Pentecostalism. Historical Connections and Common IdentitiesE. Kamphausen, 'African Cry'. Anmerkungen zur Entstehungsgeschichte einer kontextuellen Befreiungstheologie in AfrikaA. Adamavi-Aho Ekue, Troubled but not destroyed. The development of African Theologies and the paradigm of the 'Theology of reconstruction'K. Hock, Appropriated Vibrancy. 'Immediacy' as a Formative Element in African Theologies

Author : Akinlawon Ladipo Mabogunje
Publisher : Book Builders
Page : 713 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789785042320

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A Measure of Grace by Akinlawon Ladipo Mabogunje Pdf

Starting as a lecturer at the University of Ibadan, Akinlawon Ladipo Mabogunje's contributions to Nigeria have been wide ranging. Commonly know as the Grandfather of African Geography he has participated in census taking, forest resource management, establishing a state university; planning the new federal capital, promoting rural development, land reform, housing and urban development, community banking and poverty reduction. His poverty reduction program in Ijebu-Ode is now used as a model for empowering citizens to work together to break the out of the poverty circle, both in Nigerian and other parts of Africa.

Author : Philip G. Altbach,Jamil Salmi
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2011-09-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780821388068

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The Road to Academic Excellence by Philip G. Altbach,Jamil Salmi Pdf

This book examines the experience of 11 universities in nine countries around the world that have grappled with the challenge of building successful research institutions in difficult circumstances and outlines key lessons of from this experience.

Author : Momar Coumba Diop
Publisher : Codesria
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015062427979

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Senegal by Momar Coumba Diop Pdf

Thirteen chapters present the debate among Sengalese academics undertaking a multi-facetted analysis of the social, political and economic development of their country, with the aim of finding innovative answers Senegal's current predicament. The major trends from 1960-1990 are identified, and factors contributing to the shift from a state intervention system to a "liberalism" which deconstructs some of the achievements of the immediate post independence period. The different discourses of politicians and the various stakes underlying these are revealed here plainly. The book also displays the complex relations between the political, economic and social areas, the conflicts/alliances between various legitimate bodies. Within this context, a reconstruction of the self-delusions on which some groups fed and still feed, is made. With this novel light shed on the specificities of the Senegalese crisis, the ways and means whereby the ruling class faces this situation can be identified, although its manouvering margin has severely shrunk.

Author : Njidda M Gadzama
Publisher : Safari Books Limited
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9785769666

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Standing for Truth with Courage by Njidda M Gadzama Pdf

Standing for Truth with Courage is the autobiography of an accomplished son of Margi land, an international scientist, a scholar, a teacher and able university administrator, Professor Emeritus Njidda Gadzama, OFR, FAS, HLR. From his ancestry and beginning in Margi through his educational pursuits both in Nigeria and the United States of America as made possible through the missionary activities of the Church of the Brethren, to his return to his fatherland - Nigeria - to pick up a career in academics, and his rise through the ranks to become an outstanding university administrator, first as acting and a substantive Vice Chancellor and then the founding Pro-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, the book presents the author's highs and lows, moments of joy and sorrow to the reader, not just to read to know, but to learn from. The author's resolute to stand for truth with courage, despite all the persecutions he faced in his life adventures is a major theme that reverberated across the book. Beyond being an autobiography, the book is a wonderful resource material on the culture and language of the Margi people. The author has taken a deliberate step of documenting the linguistic code and way of life of his people as his own contribution to the preservation of the Margi culture beside his high traditional title as Shettima Ilmuye of Borno out of respect to his immense academic and administrative achievements.

Author : Alison Green
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780399181818

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Ask a Manager by Alison Green Pdf

From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Author : Jomo Kenyatta
Publisher : African Books Collective
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1978-12-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789966566102

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Facing Mount Kenya by Jomo Kenyatta Pdf

Facing Mount Kenya, first published in 1938, is a monograph on the life and customs of the Gikuyu people of central Kenya prior to their contact with Europeans. It is unique in anthropological literature for it gives an account of the social institutions and religious rites of an African people, permeated by the emotions that give to customs and observances their meaning. It is characterised by both insight and a tinge of romanticism. The author, proud of his African blood and ways of thought, takes the reader through a thorough and clear picture of Gikuyu life and customs, painting an almost utopian picture of their social norms and the sophisticated codes by which all aspects of the society were governed. This book is one of a kind, capturing and documenting traditions fast disappearing. It is therefore a must-read for all who want to learn about African culture.

Author : Chris Maina Peter,Fritz Kopsieker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Africa, East
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133195607

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Political Succession in East Africa by Chris Maina Peter,Fritz Kopsieker Pdf

Author : Isabel Wolf-Gillespie,Lloyd Gillespie
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781329847460

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Between Fire & Shadow - A personal Journey inspired by Horses by Isabel Wolf-Gillespie,Lloyd Gillespie Pdf

Inspired by an intrinsic and powerful passion for horses, Lloyd Gillespie and Isabel Wolf-Gillespie set off on a life changing epic adventure journey across the far corners of South Africa eventually covering a total of over 7411 kilometers. Theirs is a story of determination, commitment, humility and love on an inspiring journey alongside their horses. There is a very interesting and often at times trying relationship dynamic between the different personalities. On the one hand there is the relationship between humans, between humans and horses and between horses themselves, all the while faced with a variety of challenges and difficulties with the result being a life changing experience.The book is written from a South African male and German female perspective sharing the extreme conditions of traveling in the African wilderness for one year and 7 months alongside a herd of horses!

Author : Ayo Banjo
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9785598667

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Morning by Morning by Ayo Banjo Pdf

Ladipo Ayodeji Banjo, CON (Born 2 May 1934) is a Nigerian Emeritus professor of English language, educational administrator, former vice chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria as well as former pro-chancellor of Ajayi Crowther University. This autobiography, Morning by Morning, takes on a cultural significance beyond its account of the author's life and times. It is representative of the autobiography as a key document of modern Nigeria's literary culture. The Nigerian autobiography is authorized by the educated middle class in the sense that its author, its subject and its readers belong to the same educated middle class. That class was the modernizing agent that shaped the emergent literary culture of Nigeria and became an organ of national development. So, the autobiographer's personal account of his life and times is valuable material for the professional historian.