South Sudan Football Association Becomes Federation

(Juba) – The South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) will now be officially known as the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), following a unanimous decision made during the 9th Ordinary General Assembly held in Juba on June 20. The decision was part of a package of reforms adopted by delegates from 16 local football associations, in the presence of senior government officials and representatives from FIFA.

SSFA spokesperson Albino Kuek said the change from “Association” to “Federation” is one of the most important constitutional amendments passed during the assembly. He explained that the rebranding is designed to reflect a more modern, institutional, and internationally aligned structure for football governance in the country.

In addition to the name change, the assembly approved a restructuring of the federation’s leadership. Two new executive roles, First Vice President and Second Vice President, were added under the current presidency to improve executive oversight and enhance institutional capacity.

“These reforms, including the amendments to our statutes and the expansion of leadership positions, represent a major step forward. We are determined to build a stronger, more transparent, and more accountable football system in South Sudan,” Kuek told reporters after the second session of the congress.

Delegates also reviewed and approved the federation’s financial statements and activity reports for 2022 and 2023. According to Kuek, the approval of these documents reinforces the federation’s commitment to transparency and accountability in managing public and donor resources.

A further amendment was made to Article 51 of the General Regulations, granting greater authority to the federation’s Executive Committee. This change aims to ensure better national oversight and smoother coordination of football activities across South Sudan’s regions.

The final session of the General Assembly is ongoing, with more announcements expected as the event concludes in Juba. Observers see the reforms as a positive step for a football system that has grown significantly since South Sudan became a member of FIFA and CAF after gaining independence in 2011.

Officials believe the reforms will help attract more international support and funding, enhance youth development, and create stronger pathways for talent across the country.