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Promoting liberal policy and politics in East Africa through Human Rights, Rule of Law, Democracy, Innovation, Digitalization and Free Trade

Nairobi, Kenya
Joined June 2022
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Journalism crosses borders. Shouldn’t conversations about its standards and future do the same? With support from FNF, media institutions across East Africa are exploring the power of regional cooperation. What could this mean for journalism? Find out. @MediaCouncilK #FNFKenya
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Warum braucht Deutschland mehr geopolitisches Denken? @sgerst, Geopolitik-Experte und Seminarleiter der „Naumann Academy of Politics“ in Nairobi, erklärt, warum wir globale Zusammenhänge besser verstehen und über nationale Grenzen hinausdenken müssen. @FNFreiheit #Geopolitik
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Beyond our Borders: East African Media regulators advance Regional Integration through media cooperation. More:bit.ly/4issfFT
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How can East Africa build a stronger media landscape? The @eastafrica_pc, with support from FNF, convened a regional retreat to refine a landmark report assessing the region’s media trends, opportunities, and challenges. @MediaCouncilK @MediaCouncilUg @mctanzania @FESOJ_SOMALIA
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Wie können Deutschland und Afrika wirtschaftlich voneinander profitieren? Bei der Naumann Academy of Politics in Nairobi betonte @louisaUslar (FDP) die Chancen von Freihandel, transparenten Vereinbarungen und guter Wirtschaftspolitik. Hört rein!
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Kenya’s electoral journey is one of hope, pain, reform, and resilience. Watch Winning Without Violence and reflect on how we can compete politically without losing our humanity. Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/dNiJAhVQ_K0?si=P-u2… #FreedomCafe #WinningWithoutViolence
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Art has the power to amplify the message of peace. At the Freedom Café – Winning Without Violence, Spontaneous the Poet delivered a powerful call for a new Kenya ahead of the 2027 elections. Because peace is more than the absence of violence; it is the foundation of democracy.
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@FNF_Kenya held a powerful #FreedomCafe under the theme: Winning Without Violence – Protecting Kenya’s Democracy and Future. The discussion brought together diverse stakeholders to examine how Kenya can build a culture of responsible political competition ahead of 2027.
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“We are striving for peace, genuine leadership, accountability, and fair, issue-based elections.” Empowering youth voices is key to building a democratic and peaceful future! #YouthInPolitics #YSK #FriedrichNaumannFoundation #PeaceAndDemocracy #Leadership #YouthLeadership
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Welche geopolitische Rolle spielt Afrika und warum ist eine engere Partnerschaft in unserem Interesse? Die internationale „Naumann Academy of Politics“ befasste sich in Nairobi auch mit dieser Frage. Wir haben mit @RalfErbel, d. Stiftungsleiter in Nairobi, gesprochen. @FNFreiheit
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Wie kann Europa seine Stimme in einer sich wandelnden geopolitischen Welt stärken? Bei der Naumann Academy sprach Lorenzo Peuser, deutscher Teilnehmer und FDP-Mitglied, über Europas geopolitische Möglichkeiten und Grenzen – und die Bedeutung eines liberalen Multilateralismus.
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False narratives can deepen divisions in society, particularly during politically charged moments. As @NdirituMuriithi, puts it: “Every one of us, and collectively, should reject false narratives. Every time you accept false narratives, you bring more division.”
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A powerful reflection from the Freedom Café: Winning Without Violence. #FreedomCafe #FNF
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The Wall of Wishes 2027 is a powerful art piece reflecting Kenyan voices and hopes for the upcoming elections. At the Freedom Café: Winning Without Violence, attendees shared their wishes for 2027, which were transformed into art by Kerosh Kiruri.
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It brings together voices across generations and reminds us that elections affect every Kenyan. More than art, it is a call for an election where we can win or lose without violence.
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Young people are not tools for political mobilisation — they are decision-makers. As Jackline Cheruto Kibet, Youth Senate Leader – West Pokot, puts it at the Freedom Café: Winning Without Violence: “Youths are decision-makers.”
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It’s been 3 weeks already! Here’s a glimpse of what happened during the Naumann Academy of Politics — from the geopolitical simulation and thought-provoking panel discussions to sessions featuring speakers from different parts of the world.
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One message remains clear, even three weeks later: geopolitics matters. Understanding how global powers — big and small — interact, compete and shape the international order is essential to understanding the world we live in and the future ahead.
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“Religious leaders have to stand up and be counted when there is chaos.” At the Freedom Café – Winning Without Violence, Sheikh Abdullahi Abdi and Rev. Dr. Alphonse Kanga spoke on the role of religious leaders in promoting peace and addressing issues affecting their communities.
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