Abstract:
This paper analyses colonial and post-colonial evolution of cattle rustling in Tot and Tunyo
divisions of Elgeyo Marakwet County 1900 - 2000. The general objective of this study was to
analyse evolution of cattle rustling in Tot and Tunyo divisions of Elgeyo Marakwet County. The
study adopted social conflict theory which originates from the works of Karl Marx. The theory
argues that relationships between men are shaped by their relative position in regard to means of
production that is by their differential access to scarce resources and scarce power. The study
employed a case study design. The study used a combination of two non-probability sampling
techniques, convenience sampling and snow balling. A total of 140 respondents were selected.
The data for the study was analysed qualitatively using descriptive narratives and verbatim forms
in systematic themes.The study found that cattle raids have evolved from being a cultural
practice into a criminal activity. The researcher concludes that, there is need for the government
and other members of the public to work hand in hand in helping to reduce cattle raids menace.
The study recommends that the government should formulate and implement policies on conflict
management and peace building. Such policies could provide frameworks for understanding the
conflict and how to manage them.
Description:
This paper analyses colonial and post-colonial evolution of cattle rustling in Tot and Tunyo
divisions of Elgeyo Marakwet County 1900 - 2000. The general objective of this study was to
analyse evolution of cattle rustling in Tot and Tunyo divisions of Elgeyo Marakwet County. The
study adopted social conflict theory which originates from the works of Karl Marx. The theory
argues that relationships between men are shaped by their relative position in regard to means of
production that is by their differential access to scarce resources and scarce power. The study
employed a case study design. The study used a combination of two non-probability sampling
techniques, convenience sampling and snow balling. A total of 140 respondents were selected.
The data for the study was analysed qualitatively using descriptive narratives and verbatim forms
in systematic themes.The study found that cattle raids have evolved from being a cultural
practice into a criminal activity. The researcher concludes that, there is need for the government
and other members of the public to work hand in hand in helping to reduce cattle raids menace.
The study recommends that the government should formulate and implement policies on conflict
management and peace building. Such policies could provide frameworks for understanding the
conflict and how to manage them.
