SPORTS HUNTER SOUTH SUDAN

  Uganda secured their place in the final of the 2026 CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship with a convincing 3-0 victory over Kenya in the semi-finals at KMC Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Sunday evening. The Teen Cranes made a dream start when Shadia Nabirye opened the scoring in the sixth minute, giving Uganda an early advantage.  Immaculate Achen doubled the lead five minutes before halftime to put Uganda firmly in control heading into the break. Kenya pushed for a response in the second half, but Uganda remained disciplined at the back and sealed the result deep into stoppage time when Jael Simiyu inadvertently turned the ball into her own net in the 90+2nd minute. The victory extends Uganda’s perfect record in the tournament and sends them into the final, where they will face hosts Tanzania, who defeated South Sudan 4-0 in the other semi-final. Kenya will now take on South Sudan in the third-place playoff as the competition enters its final stage.

  Hosts Tanzania booked their place in the final of the 2026 CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship after a commanding 4-0 victory over South Sudan in the semi-final played on Sunday at the KMC Stadium in Dar es Salaam. Bahati Kizanguzi starred for the Serengeti Girls with a brace, opening the scoring in the 16th minute before adding her second in the 78th minute.  Harrier Juma doubled Tanzania’s advantage on the half-hour mark, while Yacinta Kaluwa put the result beyond doubt with a goal in the 57th minute. Tanzania dominated proceedings from start to finish, taking a 2-0 lead into the break before maintaining their attacking momentum in the second half to seal a comfortable win. The Serengeti Girls will now face Uganda in Tuesday’s final after the Teen Cranes defeated Kenya 3-0 in the other semi-final.  South Sudan, meanwhile, will take on Kenya in the third-place playoff. Scorers: Bahati Kizanguzi 16', 78' Harrier Juma 30' Yacinta Kaluwa 57'

South Sudan Premier League side Jamus SC (The Buffaloes) are set to depart Juba on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, for Kigali, Rwanda, where they will hold an intensive pre-season training camp ahead of the new campaign and regional duties. The club confirmed the development in an official statement released on its Facebook page on Saturday evening, describing the camp as part of their “rigorous preparation” for the upcoming season, including participation in the CECAFA Club Championship, scheduled to kick off on July 18. Jamus SC stated: “This camp comes as part of the club’s rigorous preparation for the upcoming football season and its participation in the CECAFA Club Championship.” Head coach Saber Ben Jabria will lead the technical team during the camp, with the focus on improving players’ physical condition, tactical discipline, and overall match readiness.  The programme will also include a series of friendly matches to sharpen competitiveness ahead of the regional tournament. The ...

Hiyala FC captain Emmanuel Oyo hailed his side's determination after they began their title defense with a 2-0 victory over Ilieu Neema FC in Group A of the 10th Edition of the Monyie-Miji Football Tournament on Saturday. Speaking after the match at Bulluk Playground, Oyo acknowledged the challenge posed by Ilieu Neema, describing them as one of the strongest teams in the competition.  "I want to thank our fans because they stood with us throughout the match. It was a difficult game because Ilieu is one of the strongest teams in this tournament, and matches like this are never easy." The Hiyala skipper admitted his side faced difficulties in the opening half but praised the team's resilience and response after the break.  "The first half was tough, but we didn't give up despite Ilieu trying to stop us. The coach spoke to us at halftime, highlighted our mistakes, and we managed to correct them in the second half." Despite securing all three points, Oyo st...

Juba Queens have announced the signings of winger Rebecca Ayen John and goalkeeper Mercy Sharon Vicky on long-term contracts. Ayen John, formerly of Rabita Queens, joins on a deal valid until June 2030, bringing pace and attacking flair to the squad. Goalkeeper Mercy Vicky arrives from Bukedea Comprehensive School on a four-year deal, becoming the club’s first signing in that position this window. The club says both players are key additions as they build for the upcoming season.

South Sudan U-17 Women's National Team captain Amarorwot Sharon has been named in the CECAFA U-17 Women's Championship Group Stage Best XI , capping a string of impressive performances for both the Junior Starlets and the senior national team. The recognition comes as little surprise for the Munuki SC centre-back, who has rapidly established herself as one of South Sudan's most promising young defenders. Sharon played a key role in South Sudan's group-stage campaign, leading the backline with authority and helping the Junior Starlets record two clean sheets. Her composure, tactical awareness, positioning, and ability to read the game made her one of the standout defenders at the tournament. The teenager's rise has been evident beyond youth football.  During South Sudan's 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers against Madagascar, Sharon was introduced in the first half of the first leg and helped bring stability to the defence. She followed that up with a c...