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(i) They fix dates for community rituals and ceremonies.
(ii) They advise the members of the community on what steps to take during times of difficulties.
(iii) They make major decisions affecting families and the community.
(iv) They settle disputes in the community.
(v) They give instructions and guidelines on various issues.
(vi) They teach the youth on their responsibilities and the general customs of the community.
(vii) They negotiate for peace with other communities.
(viii) Occasionally they preside over worship practices.
(ix) They are the custodians of traditions and customs of the community.
(x) They preside over the distribution of property.
Roles of elders in traditional African Communities
(i) Preside over religious ceremonies
(ii) Judging cases
(iii) Punishing/ fining the offenders
(iv) Praying for the community
(v) Overseeing the sharing of community wealth/ property etc
(vi) Mediating between God and people/ ancestors/ spirits
(vii) Advises and guides the community
(viii) Formulating laws governing the community/ ensuring laws are kept
(ix) Facilitating reconciliation
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