(JUBA) – The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has confirmed three candidates for its upcoming presidential election following a completed vetting process. The current SSFF president, Augustino Maduot Parek, will contest for a second term, facing competition from Francis Michael and Kamal Akol. The electoral committee confirmed that all threeContinue Reading

ABIDJAN) – Maria Teresa Gakdeng delivered a standout performance on 30 July 2025 to lead South Sudan’s women’s basketball team to a historic 75–65 win over Egypt in the Round of 16 at the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. The 22 year old centre collected 24 rebounds and scored 19 points, helpingContinue Reading

Wildcard South Sudan Storms into AfroBasket Last Four

(ABIDJAN) – South Sudan’s national women’s basketball team has continued its remarkable journey at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan by reaching the semifinals in their tournament debut. The team edged out neighbouring Uganda 69–68 in a dramatic finish, securing a place in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball WorldContinue Reading

South Sudan Women Reach AfroBasket Semifinals, Qualify for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

(ABIDJAN) – South Sudan’s women’s national basketball team has continued its historic debut run at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket by reaching the semifinals and securing qualification for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournaments. The Bright Starlets defeated Uganda 69–68 in a thrilling quarterfinal match held inContinue Reading