By Sabri Dibaco President Salva Kiir Mayardit has commended South Sudan’s national basketball teams for their remarkable performances on the international stage, describing their achievements as a source of national pride and a reflection of the country’s growing global reputation. President Kiir made the remarks on Monday while receiving a[Read More…]
Sports
Back-to-back champions dedicate historic victory to slain coach George Kobo
By Sabri Dibaco Naduru Area successfully defended their Yambio Inter-Area Championship title after edging Baiparu Area 1-0 in the final of the 7th edition of the tournament, completing a remarkable back-to-back triumph just a month after the tragic death of their head coach, George Kobo. The hard-fought victory saw Naduru[Read More…]
South Sudan to repatriate 20,000 vulnerable citizens from Egypt
By Sabri Dibaco The government of South Sudan has announced plans to repatriate up to 20,000 vulnerable citizens stranded in Egypt under the first phase of a national return program, following growing concerns over the welfare of South Sudanese refugees and migrants living there. The decision was reached during a[Read More…]
SSFF finalizes 2026–2027 South Sudan women’s premier league season
By Sabri Dibaco The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has taken a major step toward transforming women’s football. This followed its Competitions Committee and Women’s Football Committee finalising plans for the 2026–2027 season, including the historic launch of the country’s first-ever Women’s Premier League. The high-level meeting, held in Juba[Read More…]
Atlabara FC players lead community clean-up campaign in Yei
By James Innocent More than 20 players and members of Atlabara Football Club in Yei have launched a community clean-up campaign aimed at promoting environmental sanitation and encouraging residents to keep Yei town clean. The initiative saw team members clean public areas within Yei town as part of efforts to[Read More…]
Imagine Academy athletes sweep top honors at Juba peace marathon
By Samir Dibaco Imagine Academy athletes swept the top honours at the “Run for Peace and Development” marathon. The event, which occurred in Juba on Sunday, saw Paul Lokoro win the 5-kilometre race in 17 minutes and 30 seconds and Rose Nakang claim the women’s title after crossing the finish[Read More…]
Digitel independence day marathon inspires unity, and patriotism
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudanese leaders have called on citizens, particularly young people, to embrace unity, resilience, and patriotism as the country marked its 15th Independence Anniversary with a 10-kilometre marathon organised by Digitel South Sudan in partnership with the South Sudan Athletics Federation. Speaking after the race at the[Read More…]
Naduru fans mourn slain coach George Kobo with silent tribute
By Sabri Dibaco Football supporters from Naduru residential area paid an emotional tribute to their late head coach, George Kobo, during the team’s final group-stage match against Sodia, days after he was shot dead in an incident reportedly involving a Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officer. The atmosphere at the football[Read More…]
Aweil East crown ACT Champions in Juba
By Ngor Deng Matem The Aweil East Football Team was crowned champion of the Aweil Counties Tournament (ACT) after defeating Aweil West in the final played on Friday at Buluk Playground in Juba. The lone goal secured the championship for Aweil East, bringing to a close a successful tournament that[Read More…]
Aweil East community raises over USD 11,000 for injured football star Akot Rooney
By Deng Athian The Aweil East community has raised more than USD 11,000 to support striker Akot Rooney, who is set to undergo specialised knee surgery. The player sustained a serious injury during the ongoing Aweil Counties Tournament (ACT) in Juba. The fundraising campaign, organised by volunteer sons and daughters[Read More…]
Ministry of Culture launches patriotic campaign ahead of independence day
By Louis Loku The Ministry of Culture, Museums, and National Heritage has officially launched the National Flag and National Anthem Campaign, an annual nationwide patriotic initiative. The program is aimed at encouraging all South Sudanese to proudly display the national flag and sing the national anthem every Independence Day. The[Read More…]
Minister Bush highlights 100-day achievements, and challenges
By Lodu William Odiya The Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has called for increased support and cooperation from stakeholders, citing funding constraints. He expressed inadequate funding and the ongoing liquidity crisis as major obstacles to the ministry’s efforts to deliver services and programs. Presenting[Read More…]
CES, partners launch 5-kilometer race for peace and development
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State (CES) Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports, in collaboration with Imagine Academy and the Embassy of Israel in South Sudan, has officially launched a 5-kilometer race for peace and development. The event aimed at strengthening peace is scheduled to take place on July[Read More…]
Inter-area football tournament to kickstart in Yambio
By Sabri Dibaco Organisers of the upcoming Yambio Inter-Area Football Tournament have defended their decision to stage the competition at the renovated Gbudue National Stadium and introduce entrance fees, saying the move is aimed at improving security, supporting local football development, and ensuring the tournament’s long-term sustainability. In an interview[Read More…]
South Sudan beat Djibouti 6-0 to strengthen CECAFA U-17 title ambitions
By Lodu William Odiya South Sudan’s U-17 Women’s National Team produced a stunning attacking display on Tuesday, crushing Djibouti 6-0 in the CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship to move closer to a place in the tournament’s knockout stage. The young Bright Starlets dominated the match from start to finish, displaying skill,[Read More…]
Wrestling Federation appoints journalist Mabang as coordinator
By Sabri Dibaco The South Sudan Wrestling Federation (SSWF) has appointed former Radio Jonglei journalist Mabang Kur Lual as Program Coordinator, marking a new step in his transition from sports journalism to sports administration. His appointment was confirmed in an official order issued by SSWF President Samuel Wusong Gabriel on[Read More…]
Deputy governor eyes WES athletes to become international stars
By Sabri Dibaco The Deputy Governor of Western Equatoria State, Justin Joseph Marona, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting athletics as preparations intensify for Western Equatoria State (WES) to host the 2026 Republican Championship. Speaking to the media after the meeting with the president of WES Athletics, Marona[Read More…]
Sports key to youth unity, peacebuilding, says Sports Official
By Sabri Dibaco The Twic East County Youth Association Sports Organising Committee has called on communities and stakeholders to invest more in sports activities as a means of promoting peace, unity, and social cohesion among young people in South Sudan. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the 4th Twic East[Read More…]
Yambio youth elect committee to organise 2026 inter-area football tournament
By Jackson Gaaniko Youth leaders, football administrators, fans, and community representatives from across Yambio County have elected a new leadership committee to oversee the organisation of the 2026 Yambio Inter-Area Football Tournament. The election, held on Wednesday at the Youth Centre in Yambio, brought together stakeholders from various areas of[Read More…]
Minister urges politicians to stop interfering in youth convention
By Yiep Joseph The Central Equatoria State Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, Bush Buse, has called on politicians to stop interfering in the upcoming youth convention. He warned that political influence could undermine the credibility and independence of youth leadership in the state. The minister appealed ahead of the[Read More…]