Challenges to Peaceful Nominations: Youth Participation in Politics in Homa Bay County, Kenya

https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.4.110

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Keywords:

Nominations, Politics, Participation, Youths

Abstract

This research article underscored challenges to peaceful nominations by focusing on youth participation in politics of Homa Bay County Kenya. The research reviewed various literatures that informed the findings of the study. The article was informed by two theories; institutionalism theory and pluralism theory. Since it was a qualitative study, it adopted cross sectional research design. Data was collected by use of interview guides, focus group discussions and secondary sources. It was analyzed by use of content and thematic analysis. The analyzed data was presented by use of themes and verbatim quotations. The researcher found out that; Political violence, fueled by socio-economic and ethnic tensions, disrupts peaceful nominations in Homa Bay, compromising democratic integrity and limiting youth participation. It concluded that; Political violence undermines Homa Bay’s democratic stability, fostering fear and exclusion. Institutional and pluralism theories support reforms for inclusive electoral processes. Therefore, the researcher recommended that; Strengthen electoral institutions, ensure transparency, foster socio-economic development, and promote dialogue to reduce political violence and support youth engagement.

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Published

2024-11-21

How to Cite

Wende, J. O. K., Matanga, F. K., & Odhiambo, E. O. S. (2024). Challenges to Peaceful Nominations: Youth Participation in Politics in Homa Bay County, Kenya. African Journal of Empirical Research, 5(4), 1338–1343. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.4.110

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 4 (2024): Oct-Dec 2024

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