Traditional justice

Many of those interviewed for this report agreed that most of the poor in Kenya seek redress from traditional structures in the community.Such as chiefs and councils of elders.Traditional justice is carried out by members of society exercising justice as they perceive its often on the basis of customary or religious law.
Advocacy before traditional leaders can also help to ensure that customary law is applied,fairly and not manipulated so as to favor the property rights of men over women.Multi-dimensional approach that uses both formal and customary law can help to secure a womans right to ownership.This approach can help be expanded and applied in resolving other human rights issues in Kenya today. 

Location: mukuru kwa njenga, nairobi, kenya