Contribution of Women in Peace Building on Land Disputes in Thagicu Sub-County, Kitui County, Kenya from the year 1990-2025

The study examines women participation in peace-building on land conflicts in Thagicu Sub-County. The idea is to analyse contribution of women in peace building on land disputes in Thagicu Sub-County, Kitui County, Kenya from the year 1990-2025. The study was carried out in Thagicu area, a place that has experienced land disputes even before independence. This study used descriptive research design and targeted 15,136 people consisting local leaders, women leaders, church leaders and men and women. By examining both formal and informal contributions, the study underscores the need for targeted interventions to overcome cultural and structural barriers that limit women’s involvement. Women’s unique social roles, such as mediating through inter-clan relationships, offer untapped opportunities for conflict resolution. The results also emphasize the importance of addressing historical and resource-driven causes of land conflicts to create sustainable peace, with women playing a pivotal role in community reconciliation efforts through their extensive social networks and grassroots advocacy. The study recommends implementing gender-inclusive policies to integrate women into peace committees, conducting land audits to resolve historical boundary disputes, and providing training programs to empower women in conflict resolution skills. Keywords: Peace-Building, Land Disputes, Conflicts, Women Participation