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- 1'Super El Niño' deepens hunger crisis in South Sudan, UN says▼‘Super El Niño’ deepens hunger crisis in South Sudan says UN
The United Nations warns that a powerful 'Super El Niño' weather event is worsening an already severe hunger crisis in South Sudan. The climate pattern is disrupting rainfall and food production in a country where millions already face food insecurity, deepening concerns among aid agencies about the scale of humanitarian need in the months ahead.
- 2South Sudan urged to boost Ebola preparedness as outbreaks hit neighbours▼Senior Presidential Envoy backs emergency preparedness in South Sudan amid Ebola outbreaks in Uganda and DRC
South Sudan's Senior Presidential Envoy has voiced support for strengthening the country's emergency preparedness as Ebola outbreaks continue in neighbouring Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The endorsement, highlighted by the World Health Organization's regional office for Africa, underscores concerns that South Sudan could be exposed if the outbreaks spread across borders, and reinforces calls for vigilance, surveillance and readiness of health systems.
- 3South Sudan Amends Election Law, Opposition Rejects Changes●South Sudan Amends Election Law Ahead of December Vote, Opposition Rejects Changes
South Sudan has amended its election law ahead of a planned December vote, but opposition parties are rejecting the changes. Critics fear the amendments could alter the rules of the contest in the governing party's favour in a country that has never held a direct presidential election since independence in 2011. Observers warn the dispute could deepen political tensions as the country heads toward the polls.
- 4Egypt to rest Salah for South Sudan qualifier▼Egypt to rest Salah in South Sudan AFCON qualifier over pitch concerns
Egypt plan to leave Mohamed Salah out of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Sudan, citing concerns over the state of the pitch. Coaches are prioritising the Liverpool forward's fitness, with the hard playing surface seen as an injury risk ahead of a demanding club season.
- 5South Sudan's December election faces a test beyond the ballot●Opinion| South Sudan’s December vote faces a test beyond the ballot
Commentary is warning that South Sudan's planned December vote will be judged by more than election day itself. The argument: the country's first election since independence hinges on conditions around it — security, political will among rival leaders, and whether citizens can participate freely. Observers note that delays and unfinished transition tasks could undermine the vote's credibility no matter how balloting goes, making the broader political environment the real test.
- 6Egypt leave Mohamed Salah out of South Sudan match over artificial pitch●Mohamed Salah: Egypt leave forward out of South Sudan game over artificial pitch
Egypt have left forward Mohamed Salah out of their match against South Sudan because of the artificial playing surface at the venue. The decision protects the Liverpool star, who has a history of muscle problems, from unnecessary injury risk on turf. The fixture remains significant for Egypt's qualifying campaign, and fans are debating whether resting the captain is the right call.
- 7Mohamed Salah to miss Egypt's match against South Sudan●Footballer Mohamed Salah to miss Egypt’s match against South Sudan — Channel NewsAsia
Egypt will be without star forward Mohamed Salah for their football match against South Sudan. The Liverpool forward's absence removes Egypt's biggest attacking threat and is a significant blow to the squad, with fans and pundits weighing how the team will adapt without their captain and top scorer for the fixture.
- 8Uganda and South Sudan launch cross-border power grid link●Uganda-South Sudan power grid link launched
Uganda and South Sudan have launched an electricity interconnection linking their national power grids, according to APAnews. The link is intended to let Uganda export power to South Sudan, where access to reliable electricity remains limited after years of conflict. The project is part of wider regional efforts to integrate East African energy markets.
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Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's squad for their match against South Sudan. The news, reported by Nigerian Voice, gives no reason for his omission. Supporters are likely weighing the impact of playing without their star forward in an important qualifier, and whether injury, rotation or another factor explains the decision.
- 10Mohamed Salah to miss Egypt's clash with South Sudan▼Egyptian star Mohamed Salah to miss South Sudan clash over artificial pitch
Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will not play in Egypt's Africa qualifying match against South Sudan, with the artificial surface at the venue cited as the reason. Egypt will therefore face South Sudan without their biggest star as they continue their qualifying campaign.
- 11Salah Out of Egypt's World Cup Qualifier in South Sudan▼Egypt's Salah Ruled Out of South Sudan Qualifier Due to Artificial Surface
Mohamed Salah has been ruled out of Egypt's World Cup qualifier against South Sudan, with the artificial pitch at the venue cited as the reason. The decision deprives Egypt of their star forward for a key African qualifying match and has drawn attention to concerns over playing on artificial surfaces.
- 12Malawi face South Sudan in AFCON 2027 qualification●Malawi vs South Sudan | AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS 2027 QUALIFICATION
Malawi and South Sudan are meeting in an Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualification match. Fans are following the fixture as both sides compete for a place at the 2027 tournament, with interest high around the group standings and what the result means for each country's qualification hopes.
- 13Hossam Hassan under pressure ahead of South Sudan match▼Hossam Hassan faces the spectre of dismissal against South Sudan
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan is facing growing calls for his dismissal, with his future said to hinge on the upcoming match against South Sudan. Reports suggest a poor result could cost him the job. Fans and pundits are debating whether he should stay on as national team manager.
- 14Malawi face South Sudan in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying▼Malawi vs South Sudan: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification stats & head-to-head
Malawi are set to meet South Sudan in an Africa Cup of Nations Qualification match, with coverage focusing on stats and the head-to-head record between the two sides. The fixture matters for both teams' hopes of reaching the tournament, and fans are comparing past results to gauge who holds the edge ahead of kickoff.