Assessing the Effect of Truth-Seeking Initiatives on Post-Conflict Community Coexistence in Isiolo Central Sub-County, Kenya

Abstract

This study sought to find out the influence of truth-seeking initiatives on post conflict community coexistence in Isiolo Central Sub-County, Kenya. A mixed method research design was adopted. The target population for the study was 121,066. Convenient sampling was used to select 399 respondents from the community. A questionnaire was used to collect data. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics comprising of frequencies and percentages. Chi-square statistics was utilized in testing the association of the dependent and independent variables. From the findings, it is evident that truth seeking practices have been applied in transitional justice to a great extent. Application of truth-seeking practices has a statistically significant effect on peaceful coexistence of the community. The study therefore recommends that there should be measures for witness protection so to enhance truth telling. This should be through reforming witness protection institutions to enhance their effectiveness in protecting those who come out to disclose the truth