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January 26, 2026Open Access

A Comparative Analysis of Traditional Governance and Modern Democracy in Kenya: An African Feminist Perspective, 2021–2026

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This comparative study reveals how women navigate traditional governance and modern democracy in Kenya, suggesting new governance models.

The study aims to explore the interaction between traditional governance and modern democracy in Kenya, focusing on women's experiences and participation.
Qualitative comparative methodology
Analysis of policy documents and electoral data
Semi-structured interviews with women activists, community elders, and female political representatives
Focus on three selected counties
Modern democratic frameworks have opened spaces for women's political participation.
Patriarchal traditional structures often undermine women's representation.
Women employ cultural legitimacy to enhance political agency.
Findings highlight a contested relationship between traditional and modern systems.

Michelle Harrison (2023) studied this question.

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