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Extension of conflict as a method of conflict resolution among the Suku of the Congo
Journal of conflict resolution • 5 (1) • Published In 1961 • Pages: 61-69
By: Kopytoff, Igor.
Abstract
This paper describes particular methods of resolving conflict among the Suku. Each Suku lineage is responsible for the execution of justice. In most cases, this involves negotiating with other lineages on behalf of individual members to pay or receive compensation involving specific offenses such as property damage, homicide, and sexual violence. If the negotiating lineages fail to agree on a settlement, they agree to bring in a mediating third party, which risks potentially extending the conflict. It is the fear of this risk that motivates the parties to settle their differences.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2016
- Region
- Africa
- Sub Region
- Central Africa
- Document Type
- article
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Anthropologist
- Document Rating
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Teferi Abate Adem ; 2014
- Field Date
- 1958-1959
- Coverage Date
- 1920-1960
- Coverage Place
- Kwango district, Bandundu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Notes
- Igor Kopytoff
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 69)
- LCCN
- 59062807
- LCSH
- Suku (African people)