By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s under-15 national football team has returned home after finishing second among teams from the Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA) region at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The young Bright Stars finished 48th out of 189[Read More…]
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SPORTS: SSFF President honours football commentator Sebit Agogo
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) President Francis Amin Michael has honored football commentator Sebit Agogo for his contribution to football development in Western Equatoria State. Mr. Agogo was recognised during an event in Maridi on Sunday, where the SSFF President presented him with an award acknowledging his[Read More…]
NATION TALK: Football must unite, not divide communities
Football has long been one of the most powerful tools for promoting peace, unity and cooperation among communities in South Sudan. Across the country, people gather on football grounds to support their teams, celebrate victories and enjoy the spirit of competition. However, it is worrying that some football matches are[Read More…]
SSNOC, Awan Muorkuau Organisation explore partnership to boost sports development
By Sabri Dibaco The President of the South Sudan National Olympic Committee (SSNOC), Choul Laam, has met representatives of the Awan Muorkuau organisation to discuss opportunities for collaboration aimed at promoting sports development and nurturing talent across the country. The meeting focused on the role of sports in community development[Read More…]
SPORTS: South Sudan U-15 team begins training ahead of crucial Nigeria Opener
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s U-15 boys’ national football team has begun preparations in Baku, Azerbaijan, ahead of its opening match against Nigeria on 24 October 2026 at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival. In a statement from the SSFF, the young Bright Stars held their first training session[Read More…]
SPORTS: South Sudan U-15 boys arrive in Baku for FIFA World Cup festival
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s Under-15 boys’ national football team has arrived safely in Baku, Azerbaijan, to participate in the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, marking an important opportunity for the country’s young footballers to gain international experience. In a statement from the SSFF, the South Sudan Football Federation[Read More…]
Lakes State mourns wrestler Alijou Nhial
By Yang Ater Yang Lakes State is mourning the death of renowned wrestler Alijou Nhial, popularly known as “Coronavirus,” who died at Nile King Specialised Hospital in Juba on Monday at approximately 3:30 a.m. following reported complications from hepatitis B and meningitis. Nhial, a celebrated wrestler from Yirol West County,[Read More…]
ICRC organises Wheelchair Basketball tournament to promote inclusion
By Lodu William Odiya The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Thursday organised a wheelchair basketball tournament in Juba to promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities through sports. The tournament brought attention to the abilities, determination, and resilience of players with disabilities, highlighting the role of sports[Read More…]
SPORTS: Egypt National Team in Juba ahead of South Sudan AFCON clash
By Sabri Dibaco The Egypt national football team has arrived in Juba ahead of Tuesday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against South Sudan. The Pharaohs are expected to prepare for the second-round encounter, which will be played at Juba Stadium on September 29. Egypt opened their qualifying[Read More…]
SPORTS: Aweil South appeals for BCT dispute resolution before semi-finals
By Hou Akot Hou The Aweil South County Football Association has appealed to the leadership of the Bahr El Ghazal Counties Tournament (BCT) to resolve a dispute arising from its recent match against Rumbek North before the semi-final stage of the competition. The appeal follows a match in Juba that[Read More…]
Wajuma FC captain targets 3 points in historic women’s Premier League opener
Writer: Sabri Dibaco Wajuma FC women’s captain Mary Atong says her team is confident of securing victory when they face Bentiu City in the opening match of the inaugural South Sudan Women’s Premier League on Sunday at Juba National Stadium. Atong made the remarks during Wajuma FC’s preparations for their[Read More…]
City Council, SSFF agree to protect regulate Buluk playground activities
By Lodu William Odiya Juba City Council and key stakeholders have agreed on a series of measures to regulate activities at Buluk Playground following concerns raised by the administration of Buluk School regarding disruption of classes, sanitation challenges, and the health and safety of students. In a statement by the[Read More…]
SSFF pledges support for Deaf Football Development in South Sudan
By Lodu William Odiya The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has pledged to work closely with the South Sudan Deaf Football Federation (SSDFF) to promote and develop inclusive football and create more opportunities for deaf athletes across the country. According to the Federation, the commitment followed a meeting between SSFF[Read More…]
Bright Stars stun Nigeria 82–79 in World Cup Qualifier
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s national men’s basketball team, the Bright Stars, produced another memorable performance after defeating Nigeria 82–79 in a closely contested FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifier in Tunisia on Friday afternoon. The thrilling victory saw South Sudan overcome one of Africa’s traditional basketball giants in a[Read More…]
Sports Minister bans fans from possessing weapons during games
By Lodu William Odiya Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sports, Bush Buse, has temporarily banned community tournaments in Juba City following a weekend incident in Bahr El Ghazal Counties’ League in a game between Cueibet and Twic Counties. During the tournament, angry youth from Cueibet attacked Twic[Read More…]
Jonglei, Warrap crowned champions at Inter-State independence Volleyball cup
By Sabri Dibaco Jonglei State has been crowned champion of the inaugural Inter-State Independence Cup after defeating Lakes State 3–0 in the men’s final, while Warrap State emerged champions in the women’s category after beating Pibor 3–1. The tournament, organised by the South Sudan Volleyball Federation (SSVF) with support from[Read More…]
CES suspends community football tournaments after wave of violence
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State (CES) Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has temporarily suspended community sports tournaments in Juba. This followed a series of incidents involving violence, disorder, and security concerns at football grounds. The suspension, contained in Ministerial Order No. 07/2026 signed on Monday[Read More…]
El Merriekh SC, Al Ghazala SC to battle for 2026 South Sudan super cup
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudanese football fans are set for a major domestic football showdown this weekend as El Merriekh SC takes on Al Ghazala SC in the 2026 South Sudan Super Cup. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Buluk Playground in Juba, with[Read More…]
SSNOC, Chinese Embassy discuss stronger cooperation to develop sports
By Sabri Dibaco The South Sudan National Olympic Committee (SSNOC) has held discussions with the Chinese Embassy in Juba on strengthening cooperation and identifying new opportunities to support sports development in South Sudan. The SSNOC president, Choul Laam, and secretary general, Chol Anei, together with officials from the SSNOC headquarters,[Read More…]
Bright Stars appoint N’Sengi Biembe Christian as new head coach
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan has appointed Congolese-Belgian tactician N’Sengi Biembe Christian as the new head coach of the senior national football team, the Bright Stars, as the country seeks to open a new chapter and strengthen its competitiveness on the international stage. Biembe has reportedly signed an initial one-year[Read More…]