History and Government

History is an important aspect of human life. It's from history that we get to understand where we have come from and the progress we have made as humans. Kenya like any other nation in the world has its history which together with other factors have shaped the Kenya we have today.

This subject divides the history of Kenya into four major phases:

  • Pre-colonial Kenya
  • Kenya during colonial rule
  • Kenya at independence
  • The present Kenya
The above phases outline the history of Kenya based on the three branches of history i.e political, social, and economic.

Expected Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this module unit, the trainee should be able to:

1. Describe the origins, migration, and settlement of Kenyan communities in the 19th Century.

2. Explain the socio-economic and political history of Kenyan communities in pre-colonial Kenya.

3. Describe the process of the establishment of colonial rule in Kenya.

4. Explain colonial rule socio-economic and political policies.

5. Explain factors leading to Kenya's independence

6. Outline the structure of Kenya's government.

7. Appreciate Kenya's cultural diversity

8. Develop a sense of patriotism

9. Appreciate the role of the government