Nthenya Kioko is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies at the University of Nairobi. As a recipient of the prestigious Sylff Fellowship Program Award from the Tokyo Foundation for Policy Research, she demonstrates a commitment to advancing her understanding of global affairs. In addition to her studies, Nthenya serves as a research assistant at Three Legs Consortium, a publishing and research house, where she engages in research focused on foreign policy, diplomacy, and the grand strategies of states. Her academic and professional pursuits reflect a deep interest in the dynamics of international relations.