Jamus Sports Club has announced plans to construct a 10,000-seat international-standard stadium and integrated sports complex in Luri, in what could become one of the most significant privately driven sports infrastructure projects in South Sudan.
The announcement was made by the club’s president, Mohand Ahmed, during a press conference in Juba on Tuesday, where the club also officially unveiled its new head coach as part of broader efforts to strengthen its sporting ambitions both on and off the pitch.
Addressing journalists, Ahmed revealed that preparations for the stadium project are already underway and that an official delegation from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is expected to arrive in South Sudan within the next ten days to participate in the foundation stone-laying ceremony.
The proposed facility, to be known as the Jamus International Stadium, will be constructed in Luri and is expected to serve as the centerpiece of a fully integrated sports complex designed to meet international standards.
According to the club president, the development will feature a 10,000-seat main stadium, four modern training grounds, a football academy, a sports complex for multiple disciplines, a basketball court, administrative offices, player accommodation facilities, and other supporting infrastructure aimed at creating a complete sporting environment.
Ahmed described the project as a major step toward transforming sports development in South Sudan and providing young athletes with access to quality facilities that can help unlock their potential.
“This stadium will not just be a football field,” he said. “It represents a major developmental, economic and social leap for our country. It will provide opportunities for athletes, create jobs, and serve as a platform for building the champions of tomorrow.”
He said the club envisions the facility as a national asset that will benefit not only Jamus SC but also the wider sporting community by offering a venue capable of hosting domestic competitions, youth tournaments, training camps, and potentially regional events.
The announcement comes at a time when South Sudan continues to face a shortage of modern sporting infrastructure despite growing interest in football and other sports among the country’s youthful population.
Sports stakeholders have long argued that inadequate facilities remain one of the biggest obstacles to the development of professional football and youth talent. Many clubs operate with limited resources and lack access to quality training grounds, making investments in infrastructure increasingly important for the future of the game.
If completed as planned, the Jamus International Stadium would rank among the most modern sporting facilities in South Sudan, providing a professional environment for players, coaches, officials, and supporters.
Beyond sports, the project is also expected to deliver economic benefits through employment opportunities during construction and operation. Local businesses in hospitality, transport, retail, and other sectors could benefit from increased activity generated by sporting events and visitors to the facility.
The planned football academy is expected to become a key pillar of the project, offering structured training and development opportunities for young players from across South Sudan.
Club officials say the academy will focus on nurturing local talent and creating pathways for promising athletes to compete at higher levels.
Supporters have welcomed the announcement, viewing it as a demonstration of the club’s growing ambitions and commitment to contributing to the development of sports in the country.
The unveiling of the stadium project coincided with the introduction of the club’s new head coach, signaling what club officials described as a new chapter for Jamus SC as it seeks to strengthen its competitiveness while investing in long-term infrastructure and youth development.
Construction of the sports complex is expected to take between nine months and one year, according to the club president. Once completed, the facility is expected to stand as a landmark symbol of South Sudan’s sporting aspirations and a major boost to the development of football in the country.
