SPORTS HUNTER SOUTH SUDAN

By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku  | Sports Hunter South Sudan  Juba, South Sudan- 3rd April 2026- kenya’s football icon, Victor Wanyama, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. The midfielder, who starred in six clubs across four countries, began his journey as a boy with a big dream in Muthurwa, Nairobi, and grew to become one of Africa’s most respected players. In an emotional statement, Wanyama reflected: "A boy from Muthurwa with a big dream, carrying a nation’s pride every time I stepped onto the pitch. To my family, friends, agent, the fans, and coaching staff who supported me throughout—thank you. My career—thank you for walking this journey with me. I now take my next step into coaching, where I will complete my UEFA A license this year." Wanyama’s illustrious career includes stints at Celtic, Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur, Montreal Impact, and others, winning domestic trophies and earning recognition on the international stage.  As captain o...

By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan Juba, South Sudan 3rd April 2026 — Adim & Family Investment Company Limited has issued a public apology to football fans and Munuki Women’s FC following its decision to withdraw a previously announced donation to the club. In an official statement, the company admitted that its initial commitment to support the team was made in good faith after receiving what it believed to be a legitimate request. However, the process lacked thorough verification. “We received an official letter from ‘Munuki Women’s FC’ seeking assistance, which we took positively without a thorough review,” the statement read. Following internal reassessment, the company opted to retrieve the donation, emphasizing that the move was necessary to safeguard its relationship with the club. Despite the incident, Adim & Family Investment Company Limited expressed confidence in maintaining a positive relationship with Munuki Women’s FC moving forward. The ...

By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku  | Sports Hunter South Sudan | Juba, South Sudan – April 2, 2026 Withdrawal Confirmed Munuki Women FC are facing growing uncertainty after Adim & Family Investment Company Limited moved to withdraw its support and formally requested the return of items recently delivered to the club. The decision was reached during a meeting chaired by the company’s CEO, Mr. Adim Victor 7. In a statement, the company said: “We regret our little support we intended to offer for the development of the talented young girls at Munuki Women’s FC, but we respect the position taken by the administration of Munuki SC and have resolved to retrieve all our donations.” The items in question include 210 branded jerseys—150 intended for supporters and 60 for players—along with 60 pairs of player stockings. Unclear Sponsorship Framework Sports Hunter South Sudan understands there is no publicly available record of a formal sponsorship agreement between the company and the Juba-based...

  By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  Juba, South Sudan - 2nd April 2026 - Feature Stars Football Academy have hailed Munuki SC’s remarkable campaign in the Juba Football Association 1st Division League, delivering their congratulatory message in a Facebook post on their official page just hours after the “Snakes” secured the title on Wednesday evening. In an inspiring statement, the academy praised their coaches—Kayanga John and Isaac Wani—who also lead Munuki SC, for building a disciplined and determined team capable of delivering under pressure. “Coaches work hard and you’ll achieve. Don’t wait for a ready team to make victory. It takes effort and patience to achieve goals.” Champions Without Kicking a Ball Munuki SC have mathematically secured the league title, although they are yet to be officially presented with the trophy. Their triumph was confirmed before stepping onto the pitch, as results elsewhere sealed the outcome of the title race. Ri...

Did you know? Hassen James Martin became the first player in South Sudan’s national team history to be subbed in and subbed out in an AFCON qualifier! ⚽🇸🇸 It happened on 10th June 2017 at the Stade Prince Louis Rwagasore in Burundi during the 2019 AFCON qualifiers (Group C). Hassen came on in the 40th minute , replacing Zakaria Benasio, when the Bright Stars were 3-0 down . He later made way in the 72nd minute for Yasir Khamis. Though it was a challenging night, Hassen’s unique record has made him a part of Bright Stars history !  💬 Fans, what do you think about Hassen’s performance that day? Drop your memories and reactions below!

  Juba, South Sudan- 1st April 2026 - Al Ghazala FC Wau booked their place in the quarterfinals of the South Sudan Cup 2025/2026 after a convincing 3–0 victory over Koryom FC Bor in the Round of 16. In an all–South Sudan Premier League clash, Ayup starred in the encounter with a brilliant brace, while Chudier Abraham added the third goal to seal a comfortable win for the Wau-based side. The match was played on Wednesday at Juba National Stadium, as Al Ghazala delivered a dominant performance to progress in the tournament.

By Summy Duku Ezbon – Sports Hunter South Sudan Juba, South Sudan | 1st April 2026 – Juba Model Primary School lifted the Scripture Union Primary Schools’ Tournament trophy after a dramatic 5–4 penalty shootout win over Juba One Boys, following a thrilling 3–3 draw in a pulsating final. The four-team competition, held in Juba, featured Buluk A1, Buluk A2, Juba One Boys, and Juba Model, providing a vibrant showcase of young football talent and competitive school-level football. Road to the Final Juba One Boys started strongly, securing a 2–0 victory over Buluk A1 in the tournament opener. Meanwhile, Juba Model battled Buluk A2 to a 1–1 draw, ultimately advancing 4–2 on penalties to set up a blockbuster final clash with Juba One. The Grand Finale The final did not disappoint, delivering six goals and high drama. James Majok (Subut) opened the scoring for Juba Model in the 5th minute, only for Juba One captain Emmanuel Ladu to equalise in the 24th. Okong gave Juba One the lead in the 57th...

The Confederation of African Football has unveiled a youth-driven and inclusive panel of match officials for the CAF African Schools Football Championship Continental Finals, scheduled to take place in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 2–10 April 2026. Now in its fourth edition since its 2022 launch, the championship continues to provide a key development platform for young football talent across Africa, while equally nurturing emerging referees. The appointed refereeing team features both male and female officials from across the continent, with the youngest members just 17 years old. All selected officials are products of the CAF Young Referees Programme, an initiative aimed at identifying and developing officiating talent at grassroots level. These referees have already played a central role during the Zonal Qualifiers and will continue to officiate during the Continental Finals, ensuring high standards of officiating and fair play throughout the tournament. The CAF African Schools Football Ch...

South Sudan national football team secured qualification to the next round of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers despite a 1-0 defeat to Djibouti national football team at the Juba National Stadium. South Sudan were led by fitness coach Brin George, with interim head coach Cyprian Ashu once again absent from the touchline for unknown reasons, while Djibouti were under the guidance of Mohammed Meraneh Hassan. The Bright Stars came into the second leg with a commanding 4-0 advantage and managed the game to seal a 4-1 aggregate victory. After a quiet first half with limited chances, Djibouti showed greater urgency after the break. Their persistence paid off in the 77th minute when Samuel Temidayo finished a well-worked move to give the visitors the lead. South Sudan pushed for a response but were unable to break through, as Djibouti held on to claim victory on the night. Despite the defeat, South Sudan remained firmly in control of the tie, with their dominant fir...