The existing legal and institutional frameworks that are in place to deal with environmental conflicts have not offered much in stemming the prevalence of environmental conflicts. On the other hand, there are ADR methods that include mediation, conciliation, negotiation, and traditional/community-based dispute resolution mechanisms. The National Environment Complaints Committee has been at the forefront in resolving environmental conflicts in Kenya. Lastly, there is a need to strengthen the existing legal and institutional framework for the resolution of environmental conflicts. Institutions such as Nema and the National Environmental Complaints Committee can play a vital role in the management of environmental conflicts in Kenya.

Source: The Star June 14, 2021 01:52 UTC