Once the agenda is read out, the council decides which matters are of priority. Usually, the matters that threaten stability and peace in the village are dealt with urgently. This always applies in the case of a family or a member of the village that has committed a serious offence like murder, rape or other acts of violence. These are sensitive and emotional matters, as chiefs from the victim's family and the perpetrator are all present in the meeting. The important matters are discussed last in the meeting