The Effect Of Resolving Inheritance Disputes Through Mediation On Land Ownership Rights In The Village Of Nifikiu, East Amanuban District, Timor Tengah Selatan Regency

Abstract

This research examines the influence of customary mediation in resolving inherited land disputes in Nifikiu Village, Amanuban Timor Sub-district, TTS District. The case study shows that customary law-based mediation, such as the Natoni ritual, is an effective alternative to formal litigation. Customary mediation promotes peace, strengthens land tenure rights and maintains social harmony. However, the absence of one of the parties hinders the settlement process. The results show the importance of collaboration between customary law and state law to create fair and sustainable agrarian legal certainty.