About this episode

The episode discusses the success of South Sudan’s Bright Stars in Tunisia and the implications for sports development in the country.

South Sudan’s Bright Stars have returned from Tunisia with three wins in the latest FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers. Central Equatoria Minister of Youth and Culture Hon. Bush Buse, who watched the games, says the team’s success shows sport's power to unite South Sudanese and project a positive image of the country. He also discusses plans for better sports facilities, including an indoor basketball court and a multi-sport complex in Juba.

People in this episode

Guest: Hon. Bush Buse

Topics covered

• sports development
• basketball
• FIBA Basketball World Cup
• South Sudan
• youth culture

Keywords

• Bright Stars
• Tunisia
• FIBA Basketball World Cup
• sports facilities
• South Sudan

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bright Stars

Places: South Sudan, Tunisia, Juba

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