This study examined how good governance could be a means to peaceful co–existence in Eastern Equatoria State, South Sudan. The study was anchored on three theories of; good governance, collaborative governance and democratic peace.  The key findings of the study were that bad governance and poor leadership hinder peaceful coexistence, participation of citizens in decision making processes, awareness of citizens in existing policies and legislations, the rule of law, and use of available resources to satisfy the needs of the citizens in Eastern Equatoria State. The study also found that collaboration between the state and non–state actors, political pluralism, free and fair elections, freedom and training of leaders on good governance and observance
of the laws of South Sudan are urgently needed. The researcher recommends the urgent need for capacity building for leaders by the Catholic Diocese of Torit and Civil Society Organizations. The study further calls for representation of the Church in the state parliament, promotion of frequent, free and fair elections, reform of the army and law enforcement agencies and the fight against corruption. 

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