How natural is natural? Seeking conceptual clarity over natural resources and conflicts - Conflicts Over Natural Resources in the Global South - page 66

Figure 4.2 Conceptual Framework Natural Resources-Conflicts Nexus.
In most cases a single ecosystem service will support different stakeholders. Con-
sequently, different and even opposing values can be attached. Even within a single
stakeholder, e.g., the government, one might come across varying or even opposing
views concerning the value of a natural resource. For example, a Ministry of Agricul-
ture might differ in opinion towards the best (economic) use of a fertile, well-watered,
area with the Ministries of Wildlife, Tourism or Livestock.
The information gathered for the EAPCC conflict case is used to fill the relevant
cells of the conceptual framework (Figure 4.3). It helps us list the key stakeholders and
resources that play an active role in the conflict. It underlines, for example, the need to
differentiate between various authoritative (sub)sections within the country: president,
judges, administrators, politicians, and local leaders. Interestingly the EAPCC case
shows power struggles, including signs of a mature democracy when the High Court