Stanbic Bank, NBA Africa partner to grow basketball in South Sudan
The Government of South Sudan has praised a partnership between Stanbic Bank South Sudan, NBA Africa and the Luol Deng Foundation aimed at expanding basketball and empowering young people across the country. The officials made the remarks during the finals of the second edition of the Stanbic Jr. NBA League held in Juba, bringing together […]
Gumbo Hawks staged late comeback to clinch Stanbic Bank Jr. NBA League championship
A dramatic fourth-quarter comeback saw Gumbo Hawks beat Liberty Clippers 38–37 to win this year’s edition of the Stanbic Bank Jr. NBA League in Juba. The final, played at the Nimra Talata basketball court, delivered a tense contest that kept spectators on edge until the final whistle. For much of the game, Liberty Clippers appeared […]
South Sudan celebrates 96% pass rate in primary school exams
South Sudan is celebrating a remarkable achievement in its education sector as the Ministry of General Education and Instruction officially released the results of the 2025 Primary School Examinations. Announcing the results, Dr. Kuyok Abol Kuyok, the Minister of General Education and Instruction, revealed that the national pass rate stood at an impressive 96.4 percent. […]
A journey to community- the struggles of a former child soldier finding a community
Wheelchair basketball did not simply give Amaudit Makuei Manyiel a sport. It gave him a way back into society. “Wheelchair basketball gave me a new identity not as a victim or former fighter, but as a teammate, competitor and survivor. That’s where my healing really began,” says Amaudit, a former child soldier from South Sudan. […]
Cultural peace festival unites communities in Wulu
The communities in Wulu County of Lakes State are witnessing a new dawn as the cultural peace festival champions unity and togetherness among the locals in the area. For years, tensions and divisions among clans and sections have quietly grown across various parts of Lakes State, threatening long-standing traditions of harmony. In response, the Rumbek […]
South Sudan clinches second win in FIBA world cup qualifiers
South Sudan’s national basketball team has continued its strong start in the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, securing a convincing 109–79 victory over Cape Verde on Friday. This win follows South Sudan’s opening triumph against Libya in Tunisia, where the Bright Stars defeated the Libyan side 79–55, giving the team two wins in as […]
Aweil’s Cicilia Talang dominates track, claims 5000m national title in Juba
Aweil’s rising star Cicilia Aget Talang lit up the track on Saturday with a commanding and confident performance, storming to victory in the women’s 5000m at the ongoing National Athletics Championship in Juba. Running with the composure of a seasoned champion, Talang broke away early from the pack, maintaining a punishing pace that none of […]
Victor Lawrence Lual Out, Bak Madut In as SSFF Secretary General
The South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) has announced a major administrative change, appointing Adv. Bak Athian Bak Madut as its new Secretary General, replacing Mr. Victor Lawrence Lual, who has been relieved of his duties. The announcement came during the 4th Ordinary Executive Committee Meeting held on Friday at the Federation’s headquarters in Juba. The […]
South Sudan blind footballers shine bright in debut tournament
In their first-ever appearance at an international championship, South Sudan’s Men’s Blind Football Team has announced its arrival in spectacular fashion, delivering two impressive wins at the African Division 2 Blind Football Championship in Kampala, Uganda. Playing under the bright lights of Hamz Stadium, the South Sudanese debutants stunned host nation Uganda with a commanding […]
Kenya’s opposition leader Raila Odinga dies at 80 in India
Kenya’s veteran opposition leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80 while undergoing medical treatment in India. The event that has sent shockwaves across Kenya’s political landscape and the wider African region. According to Indian police, Odinga collapsed early Wednesday morning while taking a walk with his sister, daughter, […]
