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Customary Law

South Sudan
  • English
    1. The institution, status and role of Traditional Authority, according to customary law, are recognised under this Constitution.
    2. Traditional Authority shall function in accordance with this Constitution, the state constitutions and the law.
    3. The courts shall apply customary law subject to this Constitution and the law. (Art. 167)

Customary Law

South Sudan
  • English
    The sources of legislation in South Sudan shall be:
    a. this Constitution;
    b. customs and traditions of the people;
    c. the will of the people; and
    d. any other relevant source. (Art. 5)