Influence of Socio-Economic Factors on Conflicts in Nyakach Sub-County, Kisumu County

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) | Volume IV, Issue X, October 2020 | ISSN 2454–6186

Influence of Socio-Economic Factors on Conflicts in Nyakach Sub-County, Kisumu County

Livingstone Otieno Migowe, Dr George C.O. Maroko, Dr Kepher Nyandoro
Mount Kenya University, Kenya
*Corresponding Author

ABSTRACT:- Ethnic conflict in Kenya has caused a lot of suffering to many Kenyans due to several innocent citizens having been wounded, hurt, killed and displaced or marginalized from their original homes. This has left many citizens stranded for long periods of time. conflicts have affected many parts of Kenya depending on the types and nature of the conflicts. This study aimed at determinng the influence of socio- economic factors on the conflict in Nyakach Sub County in Kisumu County between the Luosa and Kipsigis. The specific objectives of the study were to: examine the political factors that influence ethnic conflict in Nyakach Sub County in Kisumu County, to find out the effects of ethnicity on conflicts in Nyakach Sub County in Kisumu County: to identify the peace building mechanisms that could be used to solve the influence of Socio economic factors on ethnic conflicts. The study will be guided by Conflict theory proposed by Johansen Galtung. Qualitative research methodology will be adopted since the study is based on qualitative data. The study will use descriptive survey design because it is simple and appropriate to use for explanations of research findings. The target population included Government employees and other stakeholders such as the Community leaders members of the civil society, Faith based leaders, and Non-Governmental organization leaders in Nyakach Sub County. A sample of 110 people who included the youth, adults, politicians, the church and NGO leaders of various levels were selected as apart of the sample to provide vital information for the research study. Data was collected using primary and secondary methods. Data collection instruments comprised of closed ended questionnaires and interview guide, while the secondary data were sourced from online materials, journals and relevant books on ethnic conflicts. A pilot study was carried from a non sampled group using 10 respondents to assess inaccuracies acknowledged and altered in advance. The study used qualitative methods of data analysis to analyse the collected data. The study covered the period between 2000 and 2018. The recommendations adduced were forwarded to the government authorities. to use in preventing any future conflicts.
I. INTRODUCTION
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any inter ethnic conflicts have taken place in Kenya during colonial period and post colonial period due to a number of factors. These factors may b be politically motivated factors, economic factors, cultural factors and other factors like ethnic incitement. In Nyakach Nyakach Sub County is one of the sub counties in Kisumu County which has witnessed widespread cultural conflict. The conflicts in Nyakach Sub County involved the Luo and the Kalenjin residing in the area. The cause of the conflict entails wide spread cases of cattle rustling along the borders of Kisumu and

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