International Journal of Public Administration and Management Research

International Intelligence Liaison Institutional Arrangements and Their Impact on Peace and Security in Uganda and Kenya

2025-08-14T10:06:39+00:00

This study investigates the impact of international intelligence liaison institutional arrangements on peace and security in Uganda and Kenya. Given the increasing complexity of security threats, including terrorism, insurgencies, and cross-border crimes, effective inter-agency cooperation and regional coordination have become critical. Employing a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 75 respondents using structured questionnaires and from 20 key informants through in-depth interviews. The respondents included personnel from national intelligence agencies, regional security bodies, diplomatic missions, and other government security institutions. Quantitative findings indicate that formal liaison agreements and joint operational assessments are largely in place and viewed positively, with mean scores ranging from 3.75 to 4.12 on a 5-point scale. However, gaps exist in operational implementation, real-time intelligence sharing, and inter-agency trust, with these factors limiting the full potential of collaborative efforts. Qualitative results reinforce these concerns, revealing challenges such as mandate overlaps, political interference, limited community engagement, and insufficient integration of socio-economic factors into security planning. Participants underscored the need for enhanced trust-building, clear command structures, and stronger regional enforcement mechanisms to improve collective security responses. Additionally, socio-economic development was identified as a vital complement to security initiatives in addressing root causes of instability. The study concludes that while Kenya and Uganda have made significant strides in establishing institutional frameworks for intelligence cooperation, more robust operational coordination and inclusive approaches are necessary to sustain peace and security. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, regional organizations, and international partners aiming to strengthen security governance in East Africa.

The Protection of Service Users from the Maladministration of Local Council Authorities in Cameroon: A Legal Appraisal

2025-08-14T11:21:42+00:00

This paper sets out to examine the protection of service users from the maladministration of municipal council authorities in Cameroon. Notwithstanding the legal and institutional framework put in place to ensure that council authorities respect their ethical obligations, a lot of them still fail to do so. The consequence has been dissatisfaction from service users, causing a floodgate of litigations. The objective of this paper is to critically examine the mechanisms for the protection of service users in Cameroon from the poor administration of council authorities. In order to attain this objective, we employed the doctrinal research methodology which makes use of both primary and secondary data sources. Legal instruments related to the topic served as primary data sources while books, articles and reports related to the field of study were credible enough to constitute our secondary sources. Our findings reveal that, in spite of the measures aimed at preventing violation of the rights and freedoms of users by the council administrations in Cameroon, these abuses still persist. We however recommend that, the oversight role of the Ministry of Decentralization and the representatives of the state should be strengthened to improve accountability, transparency and the respect of ethical obligations by council authorities in Cameroon.

Gender Dynamics in Community Participation: Implications for Sustainable Food Security Interventions in Northern Uganda

2025-08-26T07:22:35+00:00

This study examines the relationship between gender dynamics and community participation in food security initiatives in Northern Uganda, a region recovering from conflict and facing persistent food insecurity. Using a mixed-methods approach—quantitative surveys (n=384) and qualitative data from four districts-the research reveals significant gender disparities in engagement. Women contribute substantial labor but have limited decision-making power, restricted access to resources, and few leadership opportunities. Despite these constraints, the study identifies models of gender-transformative participation that improve household food security, nutritional diversity, and program sustainability. Approaches that support women’s meaningful involvement through collective action, technical training, and leadership pathways demonstrate stronger outcomes than those relying on conventional inclusion. The findings highlight the need to move beyond token participation toward strategies that address structural barriers and empower women as agents of change. The study contributes to both theory and practice by showing how gendered power relations shape development outcomes and by offering actionable insights for designing equitable food security interventions. It concludes that sustainable food security in post-conflict Northern Uganda requires a shift from inclusion to transformation ensuring that participation is not only widespread but also empowering across genders.