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Francesca Nyakora
James C. Gaither Junior Fellow, Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program

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Francesca Nyakora was a James C. Gaither Junior Fellow in the Carnegie Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program. Before joining Carnegie, Francesca studied Political Science and African Studies at Yale University.


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President Joe Biden delivers remarks alongside Kenyan President William Ruto during an arrival ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House on May 23, 2024
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A Stronger U.S.-Kenya Partnership Must Center the Kenyan People

Protests have revealed divisions between Kenya’s political elites and its public. The United States should listen to the people’s demands for accountable governance.

· August 20, 2024
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What Strategies Work to Advance Women’s Political Power?
June 13, 2024

Globally, women remain systematically underrepresented in politics. But are current interventions to promote women’s political empowerment still fit for purpose?

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Today’s Challenges, Tomorrow’s Leaders
May 29, 2024

Today’s Challenges, Tomorrow’s Leaders is a special half-day conference hosted by the 2023-2024 James C. Gaither Junior Fellows. Over the course of three sessions, panelists will discuss issues impacting youth including the evolving global order and role of institutions, climate change, AI, radicalization, and shifts in the information landscape.   

  • Abby Finkenauer 
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Kenyan Women Are Pushing for Action on Femicide. They Have a Road Map.

Movements in Argentina and South Africa offer a guide for demanding government measures to curb gender-based violence.