justice, also in relation to property cases, is promoted by reconstituted traditional courts, the Gacaca tribunals, which are referred to as “hybrid tribunals” mixing both community reconciliation techniques with accelerated judicial proceedings. To conclude, I would like to re-emphasize the general lack of capacities, resources and infrastructure as regards justice programmes in most African States. Rights protection in the property sector must be accessible and understood by the target populations. What is required to improve the situation of those concerned is an integrated approach that combines justice programmes not only with education and infrastructure projects but also with land registration and possibly land redistribution programmes. Thank you for your attention.

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