How elders, chiefs and even witchdoctors help make Kenya's Judiciary work much easier

Gusii Council of Elders chairman Araka Matundura (seated, right) and his Kipsigis Council of Elders counterpart Joseah Sang sign a peace deal last year in the presence of  President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto. [PHOTO: STANDARD]

By PHARES MUTEMBEI

NAIROBI, KENYA: Community elders, chiefs and witchdoctors work overtime to prevent a deluge of disputes flooding Kenya’s law courts. The most common cases they handle concern land, relationships and thefts. Cases like murder and defilement are left to the Judiciary.