Team South Sudan Wins Eight Medals at ANOCA Zone V Games in Nairobi

South Sudan celebrates an outstanding performance by its young athletes at the ANOCA Zone V Games, bringing home eight medals and demonstrating the country's growing sporting potential.

The South Sudan National Olympic Committee (SSNOC) proudly celebrates Team South Sudan following an impressive performance at the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) Zone V Games, held from 24 to 28 August 2026 at Kenyatta University in Nairobi, Kenya.

South Sudan's athletes secured a total of eight medals across basketball 3x3, beach volleyball and athletics, delivering a proud moment for the nation and demonstrating the talent, determination and competitive spirit of South Sudanese sport.

The results represent an important achievement for a country continuing to strengthen its sporting structures and expand opportunities for athletes to compete on the regional and international stages.

A medal-winning performance across three sports

South Sudan's medal haul reflected strong performances across both team and individual competitions.

In beach volleyball, the men's pair of Malual Manut Malual and Marial Makuer Mabeny earned bronze medals after finishing third in their competition. The women's pair, Winnie Adior Kuot Wol and Diana Lolik Adam, also secured bronze, marking a successful outing for South Sudan in the discipline.

In basketball 3x3, the men's team, comprising Ayii Piol Ayii Akil, Kuong William Deng, Deng Agot Erjok and Jok Ador Gai, claimed first position, delivering a standout performance for South Sudan. The women's team, featuring Winnie Dusman John, Nyawec Dong Samuel and Akei Garang Akok, also earned bronze medals after finishing third.

Athletics contributed significantly to the country's success. Lul Tut Jundit won silver in the 100 metres, while Faisal Alaahfi Lino secured a bronze medal. Asunta Philip Mathiang delivered an exceptional performance, winning silver in the long jump and bronze in the triple jump. Silverrain Kon Makur also represented the country, finishing fifth in the competition.

Together, these achievements highlight the breadth of talent within South Sudan's sporting community and the potential for further success with continued investment, preparation and support.

A proud moment for South Sudan

The SSNOC congratulates every medal-winning athlete, the coaching teams, technical officials and the respective sports federations for their dedication and commitment to representing South Sudan.

These results are a reminder that sporting excellence is built through discipline, perseverance, teamwork and opportunities for athletes to develop their abilities. They also demonstrate the importance of supporting national federations and creating pathways for young South Sudanese to participate in organised sport.

Beyond the medals, the athletes' participation in Nairobi provided valuable international experience, strengthened competitive confidence and offered an opportunity to represent the country with pride.

As South Sudan continues to develop its sporting sector, the SSNOC remains committed to working with the Government, sports federations and development partners to strengthen athlete development, improve access to training and competition, and build a sustainable foundation for future sporting success.

The Committee believes that every achievement brings the country closer to its vision of becoming a strong sporting nation, where athletes have the resources and opportunities needed to compete at the highest levels.

Building a stronger sporting future

The ANOCA Zone V Games performance is another reason for South Sudanese to take pride in their athletes. From the courts to the beach volleyball arena and the athletics track, Team South Sudan demonstrated that the nation's sporting ambitions are supported by talent, hard work and determination.

The SSNOC looks forward to building on this momentum as it continues to develop, promote and govern Olympic sports across the country.

Eight medals, one team and a nation united in pride. 

Team South Sudan continues to build, serve and unite through sport.