"Planning Urban Settlements in South Sudan: Basic Concepts" is a manual prepared by the South Sudanese Ministry of Housing and Physical Planning, with support from UN-Habitat. This document provides guidance for designing and upgrading urban settlements in South Sudan, addressing challenges caused by rapid urbanization, lack of capacity, and unplanned settlements. The manual offers practical solutions for urban planning, including land use allocation, infrastructure development, and community involvement. Its primary aim is to promote sustainable urban growth, taking into account social, economic, and environmental factors to improve urban living conditions. This resource is particularly relevant to land governance as it provides insights into managing urbanization and land use in a developing context.