The Implication of Conflict over Fishing in Lake Victoria on Uganda-Kenya Relationship (2003-2018)

Abstract:

Asymmetric Conflict Theory was used in support of the claims which argue that an actor’s relative resolve or interest explains success or failure in asymmetric conflict. Mixed methodology was used whereby both qualitative data and quantitative data was used. In terms of data presentation, data was presented in a way that communicates the information and enables conclusions to be drawn. The findings were divided into; the implication of fishing conflict, causes of fishing conflicts; the implications of the conflict over fishing on Uganda–Kenya and the interstate efforts. The study concludes that Ugandan government has taken advantage of the situation hence conflict. The study recommends that further research should be done to examine the current level of fish catchment in Lake Victoria in order to reestablish its sustainability to the fishing communities.