Customary Law in the Modern World

Focusing on the role of customary law in Sudan, this work explores its significance amidst the country's long civil conflict and the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement. While the educated elite in the North view it as outdated, many in the South embrace it as part of their identity and a foundation for governance. The book examines the potential of customary law to promote peace and universal human rights, alongside the challenges of implementing it. The author, Francis Deng, presents a dual perspective: defining customary law and showcasing insights from prominent legal and political figures.