Locally-led peacebuilding in South Sudan

 

We are accompanying local communities and partners in exploring pathways to peace. We succeed together, fail together, and keep moving together.

 
 
 

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Where does localisation hit reality?
Where does localisation hit reality?

'Localisation' has reached celebrity status in the world of jargon. In this two part episode, we look at some of the realities of how this is playing out on the ground, exploring questions of ownership, competency, local capacity and value for money.

‘Kuyubuza’ – More than just a name, it reflects the hopes of the Murle women
‘Kuyubuza’ – More than just a name, it reflects the hopes of the Murle women

In a region long scarred by violence and displacement, the women of Bichibich (in the Nanaam region of Greater Pibor) have named their new community centre Kuyubuza – “I am resting”. More than just a word, it captures their yearning for peace, safety, and a future they can finally begin to rebuild. This is their story.

Reflections from the Inside-Out: Stories of Growth from the FLIP Reunion
Reflections from the Inside-Out: Stories of Growth from the FLIP Reunion

25-27 March 2025, POF launched the Facilitative Leadership Inside-Out Program (FLIP) in Juba. The program is a pilot initiative that draws together individuals active in their sectors to explore, experience, and emerge into an understanding of ‘facilitative leadership’. The program is a one-year experience that will comprise in-person and online training, as well as peer action learning groups. After the in-person meeting, on 6 June 2025 the group came back together online to reconnect.

The Dinka Agar History Project
The Dinka Agar History Project

‘Nobody wants guns. Even the youth, they don’t want,’ spits Machar Dhuol Manguak emphatically, as his grip tightens around a clutch of spears. The spiritual leader isn’t sure exactly how old he is, but he knows he’s the oldest man in Rumbek Town. Nobody else from his age set is left — nobody else with the same tribal facial markings remains.

From Dialogue to Action: a journey on foot to cement the footprints of the peace between Pakam and Luanyjang.
From Dialogue to Action: a journey on foot to cement the footprints of the peace between Pakam and Luanyjang.

In a show of unity, Pakam and Luanyjang community leaders walked together through swampy terrain to share peace resolutions forged in their first-ever dialogue. This grassroots dissemination, led by youth and chiefs, marked a shift from conflict to cooperation—symbolising free movement, growing trust, and local ownership of peace as an ongoing, community-driven journey.

Forging a sustainable path: Jonglei-GPAA Strategy Dialogue for a shared 2030 vision
Forging a sustainable path: Jonglei-GPAA Strategy Dialogue for a shared 2030 vision

On 13-14 March, leaders from Jonglei and GPAA gathered in Juba to develop a locally driven peace and development strategy (2025-2030). Hosted by area-based partners, the dialogue emphasised local ownership, inter-communal governance, and sustainable economic pathways—moving beyond short-term fixes to long-term solutions for stability.