Minister Dr. Dr. J Geng Akech briefed President Kiir on the ministry’s progress. Initiatives include sports policy reforms, youth policy, successful basketball elections, and Paris Olympics prep. The President praised achievements and pledged full support. South Sudan Government

We’re proud to unveil the new logo of the Ministry of Youth and Sports! This emblem represents our dedication to empowering youth, consolidating peace, and advancing sports in South Sudan. Thanks to our President, H.E Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit for his support and approval.

A prosperous #SouthSudan is a reality we can achieve together. 🙏🏾 HE Dr. J Geng Akech Ministry of Youth and Sports 🇸🇸, Amb Cecilia Adeng, Shoko Noda & Dominic Sam UN Development for a fruitful deep dive on ways to accelerate the political transition & inclusive, sustainable development in Africa’s youngest country.

Minister Dr. Dr. J Geng Akech, leading a delegation from the Ministry, met UNDP head Mrs. Ahunna Exiakonwa at UN Headquarters in New York. Joined by H.E. Ambassador Cecilia Adeng, they discussed deepening partnerships with youth in peace and development.

𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 📣 We're thrilled to announce that the Ministry of Youth and Sports 🇸🇸 has updated its logo with some minor adaptations and refreshed design! The leadership of the Ministry has approved it, consistent with the version approved by H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit.

📢 Attention Designers! 📢 Calling all established and emerging South Sudanese designers! The Ministry of Youth and Sports wants you to create a “National Sports Attire” for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics! 🇸🇸🏅 Check out the details and competition prize in the document below.

Hon. Minister Dr. Dr. J Geng Akech encourages youth to unleash their creativity and innovation for brighter futures! At the launch of the "Youthful Youth Programme" on SSBC TV, Minister Akech and UNFPA South Sudan Representative emphasized the importance of youth empowerment.

President Kiir officiated the inauguration ceremony of Juba National Stadium. The FIFA World Cup qualifier match between #SouthSudan & Sudan followed. Minister of Youth & Sports Dr. Joseph Akech, FIFA Pres. Gianni Infantino & South Sudan Football Association Pres. Gen. Augustino Maduot were present.

During the inauguration of Juba National Stadium, President Salva Kiir urged South Sudanese to use sports for development and market the country to the world. He also reaffirmed South Sudan Government's commitment to consolidating peace and national unity through sports. South Sudan Football Association

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President Salva Kiir has returned home from South Africa where he met with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The visit coincided with a moment of celebration after the Bright Stars secured a historic victory against Puerto Rico in the #Olympics . Congratulations, Team South Sudan.

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Historic win for #SouthSudan! Our Bright Stars 🏀🇸🇸 have defeated Puerto Rico in the The Olympic Games! We're overjoyed. Minister of Youth and Sport, Dr. Dr. J Geng Akech, shares a special message. Watch it below 👇 facebook.com/MoYSSSGOV/vide…

🏀🇸🇸 Official Apology from Paris 2024 Olympic Committee. On July 28th, during our national basketball team game against 🇵🇷, the wrong anthem was played. The Olympic Games has expressed deep regret and apologized for the error ensuring such mistakes won’t happen again. Read More 👇