South Sudan and Qatar have formalised a renewed football development partnership after their respective football federation presidents signed key agreements in Doha.
Francis Amin, president of the South Sudan Football Federation, concluded the deal with Qatar Football Association president Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buainain, marking a fresh phase of cooperation between the two nations.
The agreement revives a Memorandum of Understanding first established in 2020 and places renewed focus on long-term football development in South Sudan.
The partnership targets capacity building across several areas of the game. Both federations will work together to improve football administration, strengthen national team structures and develop expertise in media operations, sports analysis, data management and medical support.
The framework aims to raise professional standards throughout South Sudan’s football system rather than focus solely on results on the pitch.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of South Sudan’s ambassador to Qatar, Lily Martin Mangil, underscoring the diplomatic significance of the collaboration.
Speaking at the event, Amin described the agreement as a defining moment for football in his country and expressed confidence in its immediate impact.
He said the federation intends to move quickly in implementing the agreed measures, with the goal of providing players and staff with the tools required to compete effectively at both domestic and international level.
According to Amin, the partnership represents a clear commitment to structured growth and sustainable progress.
Al-Buainain emphasised the value of international cooperation in sport, noting that investment in development programmes directly supports the future of young athletes.
He reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to assisting South Sudan as it continues to build its football foundations and expand opportunities for its players and officials.
The memorandum outlines collaboration in tournament organisation, media relations, performance analysis and data analytics, areas considered essential to modern football management.
By addressing these components, the agreement seeks to strengthen governance and professionalism within South Sudan’s football structures.
Both federations now look ahead to the practical rollout of the initiatives agreed in Doha. For South Sudan, the partnership offers access to expertise and resources that could accelerate progress and increase visibility on the international stage.
The renewed cooperation between the South Sudan Football Federation and the Qatar Football Association signals a positive step forward, with expectations that the agreement will deliver lasting benefits for athletes, administrators and the wider football community in South Sudan.
