October - Volume 1, Number 1 (2023)
ANAMBRA STATE'S SOCIOECONOMIC DYNAMICS AMIDST CHINA'S GROWING PRESENCE IN AFRICA
Chukwuma A. Nwankwo, Dr. Adaobi O. Okoye, Emmanuel C. Ezeanya
This paper examines the security implications of China's policy of unlimited presidential terms on Africa, with a focus on its impact on Anambra State's socioeconomic dynamics. It argues that Africa, including Anambra State, being a recipient of Chinese aid, goods, services, and military support, is increasingly dependent on China's policies and interests. Drawing on Marxist Economic Theory of Imperialism and Dependency Theory, the paper contends that this policy takes advantage of Africa's systemic and structural imbalances, leading to a neo-colonial condition that favors China's strategic interests in Africa. The all-pervading Chinese presence in Africa, coupled with its policy of unlimited...
SOCIAL IMPACT INVESTMENT IN GREECE: EXPLORING THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR A MORE SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY
Sophia A. Karavas
This study explores the challenges and opportunities of Social Impact Investment (SII) in Greece with a focus on promoting a more sustainable society. It examines the application of Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) by the public administration to support sustainable development and social integration, while also aiding Social Economy Organizations in fulfilling their missions of sustainable and socially inclusive development. Drawing insights from case studies in the UK, USA, and Israel, this research sheds light on the importance of Socially Responsible Public Procurement (SRPP) and the role of SIBs in fostering an inclusive and environmentally respectful society. The study delves into...
NAVIGATING THE LANDSCAPE OF SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT IN GREECE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Sophia A. Karavas
This study provides a comprehensive overview of the European Model of Socially Responsible Public Procurement (SRPP) and its implications for Greece. Public procurement is a significant driver of economic growth and innovation in the European Union, constituting more than 16% of the EU's GDP. SRPP is an emerging practice that seeks to leverage public procurement as a tool for achieving broader social and environmental objectives, such as employment opportunities, fair pay, social inclusion, and sustainability. The study focuses on Directive 2014/24/EU, which governs SRPP in the EU. It examines key articles of the directive that pertain to SRPP, including the...
EXPLORING THE INFLUENTIAL FACTORS AFFECTING EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC PROJECTS IN ETHIOPIA: AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS
Abdi Mohamed Ali, Sara Ahmed Hussein
This study delves into the multifaceted landscape of public project implementation in Ethiopia, focusing on the specific case of Botor Tolay Woreda in the Oromia Regional State. Employing a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, the research explores the intricate web of factors that influence the effective execution of public projects. The study draws upon the perspectives of 26 experienced individuals from government offices and contractor organizations, utilizing questionnaires, observations, and document analysis as primary data sources. Statistical analyses, including descriptive and inferential statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression, are employed to establish relationships between independent variables...
KENYA'S ELECTORAL LANDSCAPE OVER TIME: EXAMINING THE HISTORY OF DISPUTED ELECTIONS AND THEIR CONSEQUENCES FOR DEMOCRACY
Margaret A. Nyagah
This study delves into Kenya's electoral landscape, with a primary focus on the historical recurrence of disputed elections and their enduring ramifications for the country's democratic processes. The research spans the period from Kenya's initial multi-party elections in 1992 to the most recent national vote in 2022, examining a turbulent trajectory marked by political unrest, protests, and contested outcomes. Since 1992, Kenya has witnessed a series of elections characterized by varying degrees of contestation. Some elections resulted in outcomes initially disputed by opposition parties, only to be eventually accepted by the citizens. In contrast, other electoral contests generated crises that...