We do not have borders: Greater Somalia and the predicaments of belonging in Kenya

Behr, Agnes Wanjiru

doi:10.1080/08865655.2019.1676816

Cited by 1 publication

(1 citation statement)

References 2 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Most of those Somali scholars learned sociology outside the country, mainly in Western countries. According to the literature (Behr, 2018;Eno & Kusow, 2014;Ingiriis, 2020;Kusow, 2004;Samatar, 2006;Bade, 2020;Bade & Hared, 2021), Somalia's leading sociological arguments refer to the Somali identity. A sociological approach to the Somali clan system and its functions extensively highlights the complexity of the evolving phenomenon of Somaliness and the variety of criteria for qualification to that identity (Eno, 2008, p. 288).…”

Section: The Societal Mosaic: Examining Key Sociological Themes In So...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Bridging Educational Voids: The Emergence and Significance of Sociology in Somali Higher Education

Bade

2024

EJCEEL

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The purpose of this paper is to investigate the absence of sociology as an academic subject within Somali higher education, delve into the history of higher education in Somalis, examine the primary themes of sociological debates in the country, and explore potential prospects for offering sociology as a field of study in Somali universities. By employing a Qualitative Descriptive Review methodology, the study thoroughly reviews and thematically analyzes a range of literature, such as academic papers, historical documents, and policy papers, instead of gathering primary data. This method is selected to provide a comprehensive account of the obstacles and opportunities in incorporating sociology into the curricula of Somali universities. Somali higher education, which commenced with the establishment of Somali National University following independence, has experienced a turbulent history. Initially, the only operational university during the military regime until 1991, the fall of the military government resulted in several decades of conflict and instability. Despite these challenges, several universities have been active over the past two decades, but they have largely overlooked sociology, resulting in a notable deficiency in the social sciences. The study demonstrates that the lack of sociology in Somali universities represents a significant oversight, given the subject's potential to contribute to understanding and addressing social issues in a post-conflict society. In conclusion, the paper advocates for the urgent need to integrate sociology into the curricula of Somali universities, arguing that doing so would not only bridge an existing academic gap but also equip future generations with essential tools to analyze and positively contribute to the rebuilding and development of Somali society.

show abstract

Section: The Societal Mosaic: Examining Key Sociological Themes In So...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Bridging Educational Voids: The Emergence and Significance of Sociology in Somali Higher Education

Bade

2024

EJCEEL

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

We do not have borders: Greater Somalia and the predicaments of belonging in Kenya

Cited by 1 publication

References 2 publications

Bridging Educational Voids: The Emergence and Significance of Sociology in Somali Higher Education

Bridging Educational Voids: The Emergence and Significance of Sociology in Somali Higher Education

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About