• Law, Peace and Conflict Resolution
  • Causes of conflicts
  • Ways of Resolving Conflicts

Law, Peace and Conflict Resolution

Conflict – is a disagreement or quarrels between two or more people

Causes of Conflicts

1. Unequal distribution of resources
2. Poverty
3. Inequality before the law
4. Discrimination
5. Lack of involvement in decision making
6. Intolerance
7. Religious differences
8. Unpopular policies
9. Oppression

Ways of Resolving Conflicts

1. Negotiations
2. Dialogue
3. Mediation- used by ODM and PNU after 2007 elections
4. Judicial settlement
5. Arbitration
6. Enquiry
7. Conciliation