Peter Kagwanja
Professor Peter Kagwanja is a distinguished Kenyan political analyst and scholar known for his expertise in foreign policy and diplomacy. He has served in various academic and advisory roles and is recognized for his insights into the political dynamics of East Africa, especially concerning Kenya's international relations.
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Kagwanja argues that Kenya’s continued exemption from US visa restrictions will depend on diplomatic maturity and political intelligence.
Why Kenya avoided US visa restrictions
Kenya· 2026-01-23
Governance expert Peter Kagwanja described the narrative as a repackaging of earlier political messaging.
Why the Singapore dream is a facade - ExpertsKenya· 2025-12-16
Prof Peter Kagwanja, a Kenyan policy analyst, told the BBC that Samia has pushed Tanzania to its thick winter of protests.
The president blamed for shattering the country's aura of stability
United Kingdom· 2025-11-09
Professor Peter Kagwanja, CEO of the Africa Policy Institute, says the rot began at the foundation and has persisted for over a decade.
Devolution at crossroads: Counties struggle with dependency and graftKenya· 2025-08-13
Prof Peter Kagwanja argued that the SGR Belt has become the new pivot of Kenya’s development.
Kenya urged to develop the SGR belt to create jobs for economic growthKenya· 2025-07-09
Peter Kagwanja was a keynote speaker at the second Mwai Kibaki Memorial Lecture in Nairobi.
In Kibaki's memory: Ruto's regime lacks policy guidanceKenya· 2025-04-19
Peter Kagwanja attended the memorial for Mwai Kibaki.
Gachagua and leaders urge Ruto to emulate Kibaki for a lasting legacyKenya· 2025-04-12
Peter Kagwanja, the chief executive officer of the Africa Policy Institute, a Nairobi-based Pan-African think tank, said that given their shared history and destiny, Africa and China should engage in mutual dialogue, exchange knowledge and share best practices to advance their modernization trajectories.
Hong Ting forum held in Kenya to advance China-Africa modernisation driveKenya· 2025-04-04
Prof Peter Kagwanja noted that Raila, as an individual, was competent and had the necessary networks to serve as an arbiter.
Raila's Juba trip: Can he salvage Kenya's tarnished foreign policy?Kenya· 2025-03-30
Political analyst Prof. Peter Kagwanja says Raila is no stranger to post-election alliances after losing a presidential contest.
Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survivalKenya· 2025-03-18
Political analyst Prof. Peter Kagwanja says Raila is no stranger to post-election alliances after losing a presidential contest.
Ruto-Raila deal: Unity or political survival?Kenya· 2025-03-17Prof Peter Kagwanja criticized President Ruto's decision to appoint new leaders to his Cabinet as misguided.
Ruto's gamble: Can his new CSs tame rebellion?Kenya· 2025-03-05
Political commentator Prof Peter Kagwanja is convinced the Opposition lost its mojo after the so-called broad-based government.
Fluid political pacts a bedrock of confusionKenya· 2025-02-19
Prof Peter Kagwanja of the African Policy Institute describes the situation as a very dark day in terms of political diplomacy.
How William Ruto's dalliance with RSF risks isolating KenyaKenya· 2025-02-19
Foreign policy expert Peter Kagwanja warns that hosting armed groups carries significant geopolitical risks.
Explainer: Sudan's RSF and its ties to KenyaKenya· 2025-02-19
Peter Kagwanja believes that Odinga's defeat provides an opportunity for Kenya to reassess its foreign policy.
Ruto abebeshwa lawama Raila kuukosa uenyekiti AUC
Tanzania· 2025-02-17
