SPORTS HUNTER SOUTH SUDAN

  The South Sudan Volleyball Federation (SSVF) has thanked players, officials, and supporters following the conclusion of the 2026 CAVB Zone V Nations Qualifiers at the MTN Arena Lugogo in Kampala, Uganda. In a statement released after both the men's and women's national teams completed their campaigns, the federation acknowledged that the results fell short of expectations but emphasized the importance of learning from the experience. The federation expressed appreciation to its delegation, coaches, players, and supporters, particularly members of the South Sudanese community in Kampala, for their unwavering support throughout the tournament. SSVF also highlighted the significance of the competition for the women's team, which was making its first appearance at the Zone V Qualifiers, while the men's team was participating for the third time. Despite failing to secure the desired results, the federation praised the commitment and determination shown by both squads...

  Photo by Emmanuel Patrick Laku  South Sudan senior women’s winger Ludia Maika (12) races past Madagascar defender Raherimam Pionona (5) during the CAF Los Angeles 2028 African qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on Saturday, June 6, 2026.  

  Photo by Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan Intensity, focus, and determination in midfield as South Sudan’s Mary Dawa (8) challenges Madagascar’s R. Juli Solonilaina (18) in the CAF Los Angeles 2028 qualifiers at Juba National Stadium.

  Beyond the fence lies a football match. Beyond the match lies a dream. A young supporter watches South Sudan's Senior Women's National Team draw 1-1 with Madagascar in the first leg of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games qualifier at Juba National Stadium on June 6, 2026. Photo by: Emmanuel Patrick Laku

JUBA – A long-awaited clearance operation has begun at El Merriekh Playground in Hai Malakal, marking a significant step toward restoring the community sports facility to its intended purpose. Local youth, led by Hai Malakal Quarter Council Secretary Bond Isaac, assisted in removing parked vehicles and clearing the area, which had been occupied for years by informal businesses, including tea stalls, food vendors, and car traders. Excavators were seen working around the playground as efforts got underway to reclaim the ground for sporting activities. The facility, which serves as the traditional home of Al Etihad SC,and El Merriekh FC Juba has been largely inaccessible for football and other community sports since 2020 due to the extensive commercial occupation of the site. The clearance follows a series of government decisions dating back to 2021, when authorities moved to preserve the land for public use as a football ground. For residents, players, and local football stakeholders, th...

  By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  NAIROBI, Kenya – South Sudan Kickboxing Federation President Puro Okello has expressed his dissatisfaction with the result of Musa Bushak Peter's bout against a Kenyan lightweight fighter Ali at Saturday night's ANZA MMA event in Nairobi. Following the contest, Okello described the defeat as controversial, arguing that professional mixed martial arts bouts should be decided through clear outcomes inside the cage. "Knowing the professional MMA rules, Musa Bushak Peter's loss is controversial. I believe in a fair fight. A fighter should win by KO, TKO, submission, or tap out," Okello said. Despite his concerns over the result, the South Sudan Kickboxing Federation president thanked members of the team and supporters who backed the fighter throughout the event. The bout has generated debate among supporters, with Okello's remarks adding to discussions surrounding the outcome of the contest. Bushak was repre...