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This briefing outlines the critical need for sustainable cooling in Kenya, highlighting the vulnerability of millions of people to extreme heat and the potential climate impact of increasing refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) usage. It connects cooling access to health, nutrition, and economic goals, while aligning these needs with Kenya's Energy Transition and Investment Plan 2023-2050.

This report by the Institute for Security Studies analyzes the drivers and types of insecurity in Kenya, arguing that while al-Shabaab receives significant attention, armed criminal groups and the nature of Kenyan politics pose more widespread threats. The document examines the role of state-led violence, historical land injustices, and regional dynamics in the Horn of Africa in shaping the country's security landscape.

This briefing analyzes the political environment surrounding Kenya's 2013 elections, examining the impact of a new constitutional framework, the role of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the persistence of ethnic tensions and socio-economic grievances.

This policy brief examines Kenya's strategic shift toward geothermal energy to reduce reliance on climate-vulnerable hydropower and expand energy access. It details the institutional reforms, financial mechanisms, and policy tools the Government of Kenya has implemented to mitigate the high risks associated with geothermal exploration and development.

This research paper examines the origins and impact of the International Criminal Court (ICC) cases in Kenya following the 2007-2008 post-election violence. It details the failure of domestic attempts to establish a Special Tribunal, the subsequent ICC investigations, and the confirmation of charges against four high-level Kenyan figures. The author assesses the ICC's role in terms of complementarity, deterrence, and retributive justice, while situating these legal processes within the broader framework of the Kenya National Dialogue and Reconciliation (KNDR) agreements.

This briefing by the Institute for Security Studies examines the aftermath of Kenya's 2007 post-election violence, focusing on the challenges of implementing electoral reforms and transitional justice. It analyzes the findings of the Kriegler and Waki Commissions and the political tensions within the Grand Coalition Government regarding the prosecution of perpetrators versus the granting of amnesty.