| dc.description.abstract | Conflict is a global phenomenon that afflicts all types of cultures. The presence of ethnic conflict
in Kenya is as old as pre colonial rule in Africa. In spite of government and other institutions'
desires for peace and tranquillity, inter-ethnic conflict in Kenya has c'ontinued to feature
affecting many communities. Luo and Abagusii communities of Angaga Village have
experienced sporadic inter-ethnic conflicts leading to occasional fights in the last two decades.
The frequency and intensity of conflict in this village is amazingly worth examining. This study
examined factors influencing inter-ethnic conflict between the communities living in Angaga. In
particular, it examined the trend of inter-ethnic conflicts, analyzed socio-economic factors and
examined the challenges facing conflict resolution efforts between the two larger communities of
Luo and Abagusii. The study is based on the conflict theory advanced by Karl Max, which
focuses on conflict where society is fragmented into groups that compete for social and
economic resources. The study population were 2000 people living in Angaga village. Ninety
five respondents were sampled using sample size table by Israel, G. (1992). Cross sectional
survey design was employed. Multi-stage sampling was employed to categorize youths, women
and men in equal homogenous groups. Snowballing method was used to identify people who
may have lived in this area during times of conflict. Purposive sampling was used on key
informers namely; elected ward representative, chief and his assistant. Triangulation of both
qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection was employed. Qualitative methods
employed included Focus Group Discussions and in-depth interviews while quantitative method
incorporated questionnaires. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically and presented through
text and direct quotation. Quantitative data was analyzed using quantitative statistics namely the
averages and percentages through the aid of Statistical Package for Social Science. Findings
showed that 53.7%of respondents have experienced conflict with the neighbouring tribes. The
disputes have occurred four times or more by 17.9% as confirmed by the results lead to
displacement, loss of livelihood, property and death. Economic disparities were major causes of
conflict with 68%of respondents confirming this. Findings further showed conflict resolutions
systems failed to involve traditional ways of resolving conflict. No much research has been
conducted in this area on inter-ethnic conflict. Communities need to be enlightened on the
serious effects that conflict brings upon development. This area is far from other security posts
and government should establish one there. | en_US |
