This article examines the intersection between chiefs’ courts and peacebuilding in South Sudan. The report found that the role of chiefs in addressing disputes and food shortages is key in enhancing peacebuilding opportunities amid challenges, including neglect, ambiguity, elite capture, and the limited power of traditional authority. The article outlines how international aid partners can integrate community-led peacebuilding initiatives into international peacebuilding approaches to foster lasting peace in the country. Read more here