KENYA-UGANDA TRANSBOUNDARY DISPUTE RESOLUTION MECHANISMS WITH REGARD TO PROMOTION OF BILATERAL ECONOMIC SECURITY MANAGEMENT
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2023-11-30
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Journal of Defense Resources Management
Abstract
Transboundary disputes over Lake Victoria between Kenya and Uganda concern
resources in the marine zone. This transboundary confl ict has had a negative impact
on managing economic security since it has not been adequately addressed in
resolutions. This study evaluates the strategies for resolving transboundary disputes
between Kenya and Uganda in light of strengthening bilateral economic security
management. The study was infl uenced by the structural-functionalist philosophy,
social confl ict, and John Burton’s theory of confl ict resolution. The research design
used in the study was descriptive. The samples were chosen using simple random
sampling methods and purposive sampling techniques. Philosophically, the work
provided a foundation for future research and helped us comprehend transboundary
issues and how to manage them. Findings indicated that mediation and conciliation
were the most used mechanism in resolving disputes in Lake Victoria. However,
this approach has not reach zenith as far as managing dispute between Kenya and
Uganda is concerned. The study recommends that, sensitization programs tailored
towards eff ective dispute management be put into place and awareness programs
disseminated along contested boundaries. In this regard, economic security
management will be bolstered well