&lt;em&gt;Mediation with a Traditional Flavor in the Fodome Chieftaincy and Communal Conflicts&lt;/em&gt;

Ahorsu, Ken; Ame, Robert

doi:10.2979/africonfpeacrevi.1.2.6

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“…The SALRC (2015:219) concluded that a dominant dispute resolution system is being imposed as an alternative to traditional systems that are more relevant to the South African context. There have been proposals for the development of an intracultural model of mediation in South Africa where mediators use a multi-generational approach and where storytelling takes place and these proposals suggest the use of "mediation with a traditional flavour", which makes use of indigenous values, norms and ethnographic practices as foundations for conflict resolution (Ahorsu & Ame, 2011;Boniface, 2012b). It is argued that these approaches should blend traditional African with Western mediation processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.…”

Section: Interrogating Current Mediation Practicesmentioning

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Breaking down the barriers to mediation practice in the South African law system: The experience of unmarried fathers

Nordien-Lagardien¹

2022

Critical Social Work Studies in South Africa: Prospects and Challenges

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There has been progressive development in the field of mediation globally over the past few decades. The family law system in South Africa has undergone significant changes in recent years with an increased emphasis placed on mediation. The amended Children's Act 38 of (RSA, 2006 has instituted mediation as mandatory in all matters of disputes regarding the care of children. Mandatory mediation is required in the following scenario: in terms of Section 21 (3a) of the Children's Act disputes between a child's unmarried biological parents as to whether the father meets the requirements for acquiring full parental responsibilities and rights in terms of the Children's Act 38 of 2005 (RSA, 2006) must be referred for mediation to a Family Advocate, social worker, social service professional or another suitably qualified person. While it can be said that steady progress has been made in terms of legislation pertaining to mediation in South Africa, it is also evident that mediation practice is largely based on Westernised models and approaches, contrary to the demographics of South African families at large. The qualitative study on which this chapter is based (Nordien-Lagardien, 2019) employed a multiple case study design to explore and understand the experiences of the parties with mediation. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with three participant groups that included: seven unmarried fathers, seven unmarried mothers and eight mediators. Data were analysed using within-case analysis and cross-case synthesis. The findings highlight the need for more culturally responsive approaches to mediation given the diverse context of South African families.

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Section: Interrogating Current Mediation Practicesmentioning

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Breaking down the barriers to mediation practice in the South African law system: The experience of unmarried fathers

Nordien-Lagardien¹

2022

Critical Social Work Studies in South Africa: Prospects and Challenges

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“…They are communicative interactions amongst people who are interdependent and who perceive that their interests are incompatible, inconsistent or in tension [7]. Conflicts have been characterised by the wanton destruction of life and property, development reversals, serious abuse of human rights, suffering, especially among the vulnerable, and the relentless internal migration to the peri-urban periphery of Southern Ghana [8].…”

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Developmental Implications of the Chieftaincy Disputes in the Juaso Traditional Area of Ghana

Brew

2022

EDU

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The objective of the study was to examine the developmental implications of chieftaincy disputes in the Juaso traditional area of Ghana. Qualitatively, an interpretive research paradigm was adopted for the study. Purposive, Snowballing, Convenient, and Maximal Variation Strategy techniques were employed to select twelve ( 12) respondents for the study. Chiefs and the queen mother in the community who are rich of information as far as chieftaincy dispute in Juaso is concerned were purposively sampled. Snowballing and Maximal Variation Strategy were employed to sample sub-chiefs, royals, reverend ministers, natives and dwellers for the study. The two (2) main instruments used for data collection were semi-structured interview and observation. The data were analysed into different categories and subsequently developed into themes by making use of an inductive data analysis. Themes and categories were then used to present the research findings based on the research question. The study indicated in Akan adage that ''bɔɔla so gya, ani no adum nanso na aseɛ no asɔ kɔɔ'' to wit, the fire on the refuse dump may appear to be off at the surface but beneath it may be hot coals ready to explode at the least aeration. This situation does not promote peaceful coexistence that can propel development. Development is the shared responsibility of all. It can be initiated by the Central Government through the District Assemblies, traditional leaders of communities, individual members of communities, non-governmental organizations and foreign bodies. It is recommended that the role of Government (the state) is very crucial in the management, resolution, transformation and peace building. As such, the government should be seen as an important stakeholder in the resolution of the conflict. Government should resource and empower third party mediation efforts by the Committee of Eminent Chiefs to resolve the cultural aspect of the dispute while the state institutions and Civil Society Organizations are also resourced and empowered to resolve the criminal, social, economic and other aspects. Government must build the trust of the entire community without taken sides in all these strategies.

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“I am because you are”: traditional ruler-ship institutions and alternative dispute resolution in Africa

Okoye

2024

African Identities

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<em>Mediation with a Traditional Flavor in the Fodome Chieftaincy and Communal Conflicts</em>

Cited by 3 publications

References 4 publications

Breaking down the barriers to mediation practice in the South African law system: The experience of unmarried fathers

Breaking down the barriers to mediation practice in the South African law system: The experience of unmarried fathers

Developmental Implications of the Chieftaincy Disputes in the Juaso Traditional Area of Ghana

“I am because you are”: traditional ruler-ship institutions and alternative dispute resolution in Africa

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