By Kei Emmanuel Duku The quest to elevate South Sudan’s footballing pedigree took a significant leap on Monday, January 12, 2026, as the top leadership of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) convened a high-stakes review of the nation’s technical development. In a move signalling a new era of professional[Read More…]
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By Alan Clement The Kajo-Keji Football Association (KKFA) has annulled Jalimo United FC’s 2–0 victory over Falcon FC after ruling that Jalimo fielded an ineligible goalkeeper who played under a false name, the association noted in a disciplinary decision issued Monday. In a KKFA statement regarding the resolution addressed to[Read More…]
Sports and Culture Take Centre Stage at Week-long CASCO Festival
By Alan Clement Peace and national unity are central themes of the ongoing Caucus Sports and Cultural Olympics (CASCO), a week-long festival of sport and tradition that kicked off on Monday in Juba. CASCO, convened by the non-political Caucus Forum (CF), is focused on youth engagement, traditional wrestling and cultural[Read More…]
TRISTAR Extends Partnership with SSFF for Another Year
By Chol D. Johnson In a significant boost for local sports, Tristar, a leading company committed to community development, has signed an agreement to extend its support to the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) for another year. The renewal, finalized on November 1, 2024, includes a $250,000 investment specifically allocated[Read More…]
Parents urged to support girls in sports after Gudele FA’s 2–1 victory
By Chol D. Johnson Parents have been urged to support girls’ participation in sports after Gudelle FA girls’ team staged an impressive 2–1 comeback victory over Young Dream FA in a friendly match held on Saturday at Gumbo Basic football field. The event organised by UNICEF and GREDO South Sudan[Read More…]
Minister Nawai urges youth to cease laziness
By Jacob Onuha Nelson The Minister of Youth and Sports, Mary Nawai Martin, has urged the youth to stop laziness and unproductive games. The call followed a rising case of unemployment, limited access to education, and political instability. Addressing the youth last week during the Youth Policy event in Juba,[Read More…]
Wrestling initiative promote peace says Jonglei governor
By Alan Clement Jonglei State Governor Riek Gai Kok has underscored the role of traditional wrestling in shaping the future of young people by offering a platform for mentorship, unity, and drug abuse prevention. In a message through the State Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Kuony Yien Nyuon, during the launch[Read More…]
Jamus-Hilal Stalemate: Coaches Offer Contrasting Post-Match Perspectives
Kei Emmanuel Duku The goalless draw between Jamus SC and Sudanese powerhouse Al-Hilal FC in the first round of the CAF Champions League sparked varied reactions from the two opposing benches. While Jamus SC’s Heron Ricardo Ferreira expressed satisfaction with his team’s defensive discipline, Al-Hilal’s Laurențiu Reghecampf voiced his disappointment[Read More…]
Jonglei launches construction of wrestling sport ground
By Alan Clement Jonglei State Governor, Dr. Riek Gai Kok, has launched clearing and construction of wrestling sport ground. The initiative is aimed at promoting unity in sport among the communities in the state. According to the governor’s press unit, the new wrestling initiatives was launched on Monday with hope[Read More…]
SSFF president visits Rumbek, vows to modernize sports sector
By Alan Clement The President of South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), Augustino Maduot Parek, has met governor Rin Tueny Mabor in Rumbek with the aim of advancing football development initiatives in Lakes State. During the meeting, the two leaders focused their discussions on the progress of the Technical Development Centre[Read More…]
Citizens Criticize SSFF Election Body for Disqualifying Teng from the Race
By Alan Clement Some members of the public have criticized the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) for excluding contestant Teng Deng from the upcoming elections. The criticism follows an announcement of the final lists for those to run for the SSFF presidential seat. Previous week, the SSFF election body qualified[Read More…]
Second Stanbic Bank Jr. NBA season kicks off
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Second season of Stanbic Bank Junior National Basketball Association (NBA) League, kicked off last Saturday at Nimra Talata Basketball Stadium in Juba. The league, designed for boys and girls aged 16 and under, features 28 teams. During the tournament, the young athletes will compete in[Read More…]
Players released from South Sudan Premier League clubs
By Morris ‘Dogga The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has announced the official release of players from Premier League clubs ahead of the 2025/2026 football season. The list below outlines the number of released players from each club: 🔵 Olympic FC (9 Players Released – Premier League Club)[Read More…]
South Sudan Cup finals postponed indefinitely
By Kei Emmanuel Duku A highly anticipated 2024/25 South Sudan Cup final clash between Jamus FC of Juba and Al-Merriekh FC of Bentiu has been postponed indefinitely by the organizing committee. While the association did not specify a new date for the match, it assured that the decision was[Read More…]
South Sudanese kickboxers thrill World Muay Thai Championship
By Manas James Okony and Kei Emmanuel South Sudanese kickboxers have made history at the ongoing World Muay Thai Championship in Pattaya, Thailand, for achieving significant success. The country’s top two fighters advanced to the semi-finals and finals stages of the tournament. The international event kicked off on March[Read More…]
South Sudan bids to host CECAFA U-17 tournament
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) is preparing to submit its bid to the Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) to host the AFCON U-17 regional tournament in Juba. This decision followed an extraordinary meeting last week, chaired by SSFA President Augustino Madut[Read More…]
Bright Stars technical department reshuffled
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) Board of Directors has conducted a reshuffle in Bright Stars technical team. The technical reshuffle sees Coach, Simon James Yor replace Rziki Hakim, while Seif Both Dhiu succeed Kennedy Santalino as Assistant Coach and Goalkeeping Coach, respectively. The move reached[Read More…]
Jamus FC extends lead to 7 points
By Kei Emmanuel Duku Juba Stadium witnessed Jamus FC secure a decisive 2-0 victory against Holy Family FC on Saturday afternoon, widening their lead to seven points at the top of the South Sudan Premier League. Central African attacker Christian Theodore and Cameroonian striker George Rodrigue delivered early goals[Read More…]
SSFA parts ways with Bright Starlets Head Coach ahead of Algeria clash
By Kei Emmanuel Duku South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) has confirmed departure of women’s national team, head coach, Mohamed Sidi Karoune, by mutual agreement. The SSFA noted that, Coach Karoune has been facing personal challenges due to the death of his mother, impacting his ability to effectively fulfill his duties.[Read More…]
Kickboxing Federation on fund-raising drive
By Manas James South Sudan Kickboxing Federation (SSKF) hosted a successful fundraising event on Saturday at its headquarters in Juba. The Federation is garnering support for the country’s upcoming participation in the scheduled March 4 to 18, World Muay Thai Championship. During the event, federation president Puro Okello Obob praised[Read More…]