Document Type
Article
Disciplines
International Law
Abstract
Africa has seen its share of turmoil throughout history. Before colonialism, Africa was a place where tribes governed, and community was at the forefront of society.' During colonialism and post-colonialism, tribal rights have remained an incredibly important part of African life.2 Although there are strong tribal identities in almost every country in Africa, methods for promoting tribal rights differ.' In particular, Zimbabwe and Kenya are two nations in which tribal rights have undergone different paths to recognition.
This paper will analyze the differences between Zimbabwe and Kenya's strategies for promoting (or not promoting) tribal rights. Furthermore, there are several explanations for why these two countries have progressed differently. By analyzing the reasoning behind the differences, important themes can be discovered that may serve as a template for countries still struggling with the promotion of indigenous rights.
Recommended Citation
MacDougall, Kristin, "Tribal Rights in Kenya and Zimbabwe: To Promote or Not to Promote, That is the Question" (2011). Connecticut Journal of International Law. 512.
https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/cjil/512
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