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South Sudan Kickboxing Federation President Puro Okello Questions Bushak Defeat at ANZA MMA

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  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...
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Hoding Football Team Unveils New Logo Ahead of 10th Monyiemiji Tournament

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  Hoding Football Team has officially unveiled a new club logo ahead of its participation in the 10th edition of the Monyiemiji Tournament, which is set to kick off soon in Juba. The unveiling marks a new chapter for the club as it prepares to represent the Maya Kingdom community in one of South Sudan's most celebrated community football tournaments.  The new emblem will feature on the team's kits throughout the competition. Known as the "Pride of Maya Kingdom," Hoding Football Team believes the refreshed identity reflects its ambitions while preserving the values and heritage that have defined the club. The logo launch comes as teams finalize preparations for the 10th Monyiemiji Tournament, an event that brings together communities from across Eastern Equatoria State in a celebration of football, unity, and culture. With a new look and renewed determination, Hoding Football Team will be aiming to make its mark when the tournament gets underway in Juba.
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Heat and Intensity in Juba as South Sudan and Madagascar Share Spoils

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Photo Caption (FIFA-style) Madagascar goalkeeper Soanarivo shields her eyes from the intense Juba sun during the 1-1 draw against South Sudan in the CAF Women’s Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on 6 June 2026, as players battled both the opposition and challenging weather conditions in a high-tempo encounter. ☀️⚽ Photo: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan
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Birthday Joy for Amuna Kenneth as Bright Starlets Celebrate Draw in Style

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Photo Caption Bright Starlets players shower Amuna Kenneth with water in celebration of her birthday following the 1-1 draw against Madagascar in the CAF Women’s Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on 6 June 2026. 
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Razananivo’s Opener Sparks Emotional Touchline Celebration for Madagascar in Juba

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Photo Caption Madagascar winger Razananivo runs to the touchline in celebration after scoring, where she embraces a male member of the coaching staff who holds her head with both hands and kisses her on the forehead as she grips his shirt in an emotional moment following the opener against South Sudan in the CAF Women’s Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on 6 June 2026. ⚽🇲🇬 Photo by Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan Photo by: Emmanuel Patrick Laku
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Razananivo’s Brilliant Finish Fires Madagascar Into the Lead in Juba

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Photo Caption Madagascar winger Razananivo (8) celebrates after curling home a clinical finish to give the Barea Ladies the lead against South Sudan during the CAF Women’s Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on 6 June 2026.  
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Esther Poni’s Emotional Tribute Highlights Life Beyond Football

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  Photo Caption :  South Sudan midfielder Esther Poni displays a personal message to photographers during celebrations after Joan Adong's equalizer against Madagascar in the CAF Women's Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium on 6 June 2026.   By: Emmanuel Patrick Laku | Sports Hunter South Sudan  JUBA, South Sudan – As the Bright Starlets celebrated Joan Adong’s stunning free-kick equalizer against Madagascar on Saturday, midfielder Esther Poni (19) seized a brief moment to tell a story far bigger than football. Amid the celebrations following South Sudan’s goal in the 1-1 draw against Madagascar in the CAF Women’s Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers at Juba National Stadium , Poni walked toward photographers positioned along the touchline and showed her bandaged hands toward their cameras. Written on the white plaster was a heartfelt message: “The struggle is for you Mom. Daughters Love. RIP Dad.” The message was directed at photographers b...
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