MA in Peace and Conflict Studies

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    THE ROLE OF INDIGENOUS CONFLICT RESOLUTION MECHANISMS IN RESOLVING LAND-BASED CONFLICT IN DALLE WOREDA SIDAMA REGIONAL STATE
    (Hawassa University, 2023-10) ADINEW ZEEKE
    The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of indigenous conflict resolution mechanisms in resolving land-based conflict in the case of Dalle woreda. The study used a mixed-methods approach, which involved both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods. The sample size consisted of 168 households from three kebeles in Dalle woreda, such as Wicho, Hida Kalite, and Della. The data collection methods included surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions. The survey's questionnaire was created to collect data on household perceptions of conflict resolution experiences and perspectives of indigenous conflict resolution mechanisms for resolving land-related conflict. The study used descriptive statistics and thematic analysis to analyze quantitative data on indigenous methods and experiences in modern courts. The research's findings show that the study area's stable social relationships and ability to preserve peace and stability depend heavily on the effectiveness of indigenous conflict resolution mechanisms. Land-based conflicts in Dalle Woreda arise from boundary competition, ambiguous tenure systems, inheritance disputes, large-scale land acquisitions, political instability, resource competition, displacement, and government investment programs. Indigenous dispute resolution methods include mediation, arbitration, customary law, and community discussion. Indigenous conflict resolution is a multifaceted field that combines traditional and modern methods, like Halaale, Affini, Amaale, and Sicho, which are intimately related to resolving land-based conflict, focusing on sustainable development, social cohesion, and preserving indigenous practices within communities. The study recommends that by recognizing and integrating these mechanisms into the formal justice system, fostering collaboration, raising awareness, and conducting regular monitoring and evaluation, sustainable resolutions can be achieved while preserving cultural heritage and promoting social justice.
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    THE ROLE OF HUMANITARIAN ORGANIZATIONS IN PEACE BUILDING, POST CONFLICT RECOVERY AND RECONSTRUCTION ENGAGEMENTS IN GUJI GEDEO COMMUNITIES: THE CASE OF WORLD VISION
    (HAWASSA UNIVERSITY, 2024-05) ALEMAYEHU BONSA GULEMA
    This study aims to explore the role played by humanitarian organizations, with a focus on the role of the World Vision peace building among Guji Gedeo communities. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques. Descriptive survey design was used in the study, and Data was gathered through surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions. The survey questionnaire was designed to collect information regarding household perceptions of World Vision’s programs, specifically focusing on assessing the concrete results of their interventions. A total of 178 households were selected from four Woreda (districts) in the West Guji and Gedeo Zone, specifically Dilla Zuria, Abaya, Gedeb, and Galena. The results of the research indicated that the stability of social relationships and the maintenance of peace and harmony in the study area are significantly influenced by the effectiveness of humanitarian organizations. The root causes of the 2018 conflict between the Guji and Gedeo communities were historical grievances. These competition over resources, political marginalization, and ethnic tensions are some of the factors contributing to the conflict. World Vision’s major interventions have been the implementation of community-based peace committees, which aim to facilitate dialogue between conflicting parties and promote reconciliation. It helped reduce violent conflicts by 50% in areas where they were established. The study recommends that Sustainable Dialogue Platforms, providing conflict sensitivity, engaging youth from both communities and conducting regular monitoring and evaluation, World Vision can further contribute to sustainable peace in the region.
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    THE ROLE OF INDIGENOUS CONFLICT RESOLUTION FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: THE CASES OF AABO WONSHO TRADITIONAL INSTITUTION IN WONSHO DISTRICT, SIDAAMA REGION, ETHIOPIA
    (Hawassa University, 2023-10) MISRAK BEKELE
    Conflict is the part of human history and indispensable trait of human beings but the ways they are solved differ from place to place. This study was aimed to assess the role of indigenous conflict resolution for socio economic development: the cases of Aabbo wonsho traditional institution in wonsho district, sidaama region, Ethiopia To conduct this stud the researcher was using mixed research approaches and both primary and secondary data sources were used to collect data. 166 randomly selected households was also participated for questionnaire, the data which was collected from different data sources was also analysed by using both qualitative and quantitative data analysing methods. Findings of this study were concerned with the common causes of conflict in the study area: it also reveals as five common causes, the most common causes of conflict in the study area were marriage-related, land related issues. According to this study, there were six level of stockholder for conflict resolution in the Aabbo wonsho traditional institution, from these, Gaana has the highest power of conflict resolution and it also followed by Woma, Karicha, Gaadela, Qaddo and Immami. Beside this, the study also highlighted the importance of youth decision-making and women's indirect role in conflict resolution. The study explores the Aabbo wonsho indigenous conflict resolution mechanism, highlighting its socio-economic implications, including restoring societal harmony, addressing community problems, increasing tolerance, Aabbo wonsho traditional institutions promote equal treatment without distinction between rich and poor, fostering a sense of hard work, cooperation, and wealth competence among their youth. In the past indigenous institutions was highly respected and very effective with in society, but now a day this types of institution facing serious problem. Most of the time, the governments attention was very low on effectiveness to promoting traditional methods of conflict resolution in the study area. The researcher recommends conservation efforts from local communities, government bodies, educated individuals, and youths.
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    THE ROLE OF INDIGENOUS CONFLICT RESOLUTION MECHANISM TO SETTLE INTER ETHNIC CONFLICT BETWEEN SIDAMA AND GUJI OROMO IN WONDO GENET WOREDA
    (Hawassa University, 2024-05) DINKNESH WALENA
    Conflicts disturb socio-economic and political society. Therefore, the ethnic conflict between Sidama and Guji-Oromo in Wondo genet Woreda is the most important issue of this study. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of indigenous conflict resolution mechanism to settle inter-ethnic conflict between Sidama and Guji Oromo. Qualitative research method was used to achieve the objectives stated in the study. The researcher employed primary and secondary sources. Primary data was collected from key informant interviews and focus group discussions, while secondary data was collected from published and unpublished literature. The researcher used the non-probability sampling technique. A total of 40 informants participated in the research. The study shows that the main causes of the conflict between Sidama and Guji Oromo are political and economic causes. The findings of this study show that indigenous conflict resolution methods continue to be used as important conflict resolution methods in the study areas. Therefore, the fiica and Gondoro were the common indigenous way of conflict resolution mechanisms in ethnic group of Sidama and Guji-Oromo communities’ respectively. However, the reconciliation was not successful and did not lead to lasting peace in the working area due to the confusion of political and economic agendas. The study also shows the involvement of various actors in the indigenous conflict resolution mechanism to settle inter ethnic conflict between Sidama and Guji Oromo in the study area within their limits. The study also explained that role of different actors who requires understanding their roles, and limits their capabilities in the specific context of inter-ethnic conflict between the Sidama and Guji Oromo. The number of players was reluctant to reflect their plans in the solution, and the problem that the leader of the local government and the elders who were influenced by some factors such as political interests were explained as a challenge. Finally, Local elders, religious leaders, cultural and tourism institutions and peace committee experts to resolve conflicts and achieve final peace; they must work together and educate the people and the new generation in the culture of the society for lasting peace in the two fraternal races.
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    THE ROLE OF INDIGENOUS CONFLICT RESOLUTION FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: THE CASES OF AABO WONSHO TRADITIONAL INSTITUTION IN WONSHO DISTRICT, SIDAAMA REGION, ETHIOPIA
    (Hawassa University, 2023-11) MISRAK BEKELE
    Conflict is the part of human history and indispensable trait of human beings but the ways they are solved differ from place to place. This study was aimed to assess the role of indigenous conflict resolution for socio economic development: the cases of Aabbo wonsho traditional institution in wonsho district, sidaama region, Ethiopia To conduct this stud the researcher was using mixed research approaches and both primary and secondary data sources were used to collect data. 166 randomly selected households was also participated for questionnaire, the data which was collected from different data sources was also analysed by using both qualitative and quantitative data analysing methods. Findings of this study were concerned with the common causes of conflict in the study area: it also reveals as five common causes, the most common causes of conflict in the study area were marriage-related, land related issues. According to this study, there were six level of stockholder for conflict resolution in the Aabbo wonsho traditional institution, from these, Gaana has the highest power of conflict resolution and it also followed by Woma, Karicha, Gaadela, Qaddo and Immami. Beside this, the study also highlighted the importance of youth decision-making and women's indirect role in conflict resolution. The study explores the Aabbo wonsho indigenous conflict resolution mechanism, highlighting its socio-economic implications, including restoring societal harmony, addressing community problems, increasing tolerance, Aabbo wonsho traditional institutions promote equal treatment without distinction between rich and poor, fostering a sense of hard work, cooperation, and wealth competence among their youth. In the past indigenous institutions was highly respected and very effective with in society, but now a day this types of institution facing serious problem. Most of the time, the governments attention was very low on effectiveness to promoting traditional methods of conflict resolution in the study area. The researcher recommends conservation efforts from local communities, government bodies, educated individuals, and youths.