President Kiir Considers Egypt’s Bid for AU Deputy Chairperson Position

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This meeting underscores the strengthening diplomatic ties between South Sudan and Egypt, as well as their shared commitment to advancing the African Union's objectives.  President Salva Kiir's reception of Dr. Hanan Morsy's candidacy highlights South Sudan's active role in regional affairs and its support for inclusive leadership within the AU Commission. Dr. Morsy's focus on diversity, inclusivity, and global outreach aligns with the AU's vision for transformative leadership, making her candidacy significant as member states prepare for the upcoming elections in February.  The exchange of goodwill messages between President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and President Kiir further cements the growing cooperation between the two nations.
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PRESIDENT KIIR CONGRATULATES SOUTH SUDAN NATIONAL BASKETBALL TEAM (BRIGHT STARS)

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 President  Kiir on Saturday congratulated National Basketball Team 'Bright star' for qualifying for FIBA World Cup. He also invited South Sudanese basketball players in other international leagues to join the team and make the country proud.


President Kiir praised the 'patriotic' decision made by the team to represent South Sudan regardless of forgoing luxuries in Western countries. He promised to stand and support the team in the FIBA World Cup campaign scheduled in August 2023.


Senior Presidential Advisor, Gen. Kuol Mayang Juuk also congratulated the Bright stars team for qualifying for FIBA World Cup as well as making it as the top African team. Gen. Kuol added that sports brings people together and can be the best way of bringing peace back to the country.


National Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr. Albino Bol Dhieu urged government to mobilise South Sudanese players in other international leagues to join the team, adding that camping will start in July before finally going to Japan in August. 


Finally, President of South Sudan Basketball Federation, Luol Deng said the journey for qualification started three years ago in Kenya and now South Sudan qualified for FIBA World Cup.He finally thanked the President for the trust and support bestowed upon the team.

The South Sudan national basketball team is the national basketball team representing South Sudan. Its official name is South Sudan Basketball Federation. It was established in May 2011, and became a member of FIBA in December 2013. They are nicknamed the Bright Stars


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