Clashes over pasture continue
Standard, Kenya - March 9, 2007

Almost two years have passed since the infamous Turbi massacre and little has been done to end the frequent clashes between the Borana and Gabra.

The conflict between the two tribes, found in Marsabit, Moyale and southern Ethiopia, is caused by competition for scarce resources: pasture and water.

The communities criss-cross Kenya and Ethiopia in search of pasture and water. Conflicts occur when rival clans try to control water points and grazing fields.

During the Turbi massacre that occurred in July 2005, 70 people were killed when raiders attacked villages. Since then, more than 200 people have been killed and thousands of livestock stolen in conflicts pitting the two communities against each other ...