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VOL. 6, ISSUE 1 (2024)
Conflict resolution mechanisms and peacebuilding in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya: An analytical study of Inter-ethnic dynamics from 1963 to 2023
Authors
Mercy Chebet Kiplagat, Chebii Kiprono, Sarah Bundotich
Abstract
In the post-independence period of Kenya,
inter-ethnic conflicts have been a persistent and pervasive issue. Uasin Gishu
County, in particular, has experienced recurrent episodes of ethnic violence
since the early years of independence. To address, mediate, and reconcile the
various ethnic communities, multiple conflict resolution mechanisms have been
established. Following the significant outbreak of post-election violence in
2008, this study investigates the conflict resolution processes specific to
Uasin Gishu County. The primary objective is to critically examine the
initiatives and efforts undertaken to mitigate and resolve inter-ethnic
conflicts in this region. Utilizing a historical research methodology, the
study draws upon a range of primary and secondary data sources. These include
annual governmental reports, official commission reports, interviews with key
stakeholders, judicial rulings, and statistical data. Additionally, secondary
sources such as academic books, peer-reviewed journal articles, and unpublished
manuscripts were reviewed to situate the research within the broader scholarly
discourse. The study's findings indicate that both international entities and
various governmental and non-governmental actors have made concerted efforts to
dismantle the entrenched culture of violence in Uasin Gishu County. The study
recommends that all involved stakeholders—both public and private—adopt a
multifaceted strategy to address the root causes of previous conflicts and
prevent their recurrence. The implications of this research are anticipated to
be valuable to historians, policymakers, government officials, and social
organizations, including religious institutions and non-governmental
organizations, in their efforts to foster justice and peace in Uasin Gishu
County and comparable regions.
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Pages:48-54
How to cite this article:
Mercy Chebet Kiplagat, Chebii Kiprono, Sarah Bundotich "Conflict resolution mechanisms and peacebuilding in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya: An analytical study of Inter-ethnic dynamics from 1963 to 2023". International Journal of Social Research and Development, Vol 6, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 48-54
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