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In this paper, we argue that the debate concerning aid in Somalia has concentrated on international organizations and underplays the complexity of humanitarian support. Focusing on mosques and kinship associations in Nairobi, we ask how Somalis in Kenya coordinate and administer humanitarian support for Somalia.

Present were H.E Muthomi Njuki, the Chair of the Council of Governors, officials from the Ministry of Health, IDS staff led by Prof. Karuti Kanyinga, Prof. Fumni Olonisakin, Vice President (International, Engagement & Service) at King’s College London, and scholars from Ghana and Nigeria.

The activity-based approach is a new paradigm that has been utilized by traffic and transport engineers over the last two decades to come up with better ways of representing transport. This approach has become popular within the last decade because of advancements in computation power.

Prof. Kanyinga noted that the University of Nairobi and in particular IDS is open to collaboration and presently has networks throughout the world. He added that the visit was an opening to expand the area of research, promote student exchange programs (Master's and PhD students), and explore other opportunities.

The discussion led by Prof. Karuti Kanyinga touched on Kenyans' perceptions of global and local issues. It further touched on the relationship between Kenya and the United States and global powers such as China, and the current priorities for economic and health issues in Kenya.

Studies on financial inclusion place strong emphasis on financial literacy and individual financial responsibility. Over-spending and over-indebtedness are often thought to be consequences of a lack of understanding of prudent budgeting, saving, and investment.