21/07/2025
Breaking barriers, building dreams: Anna Nyakuet Takerโs historic bid for SSFF Second Vice President
In a country where football is more than just a gameโitโs a source of pride, unity, and hopeโchange is on the horizon. For the first time in the history of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF), a woman is contesting for the position of Second Vice President. And sheโs not just making historyโsheโs charting a new course for the future of football in South Sudan.
Meet Anna Nyakuet Takerโa respected sports advocate, seasoned administrator, and fierce believer in inclusion. With deep experience in grassroots football, women empowerment, and community engagement, Anna is bringing a fresh and transformative vision to the leadership of the federation.
Her journey is one defined by merit and passion. In 2022, Anna was selected to attend the prestigious UEFA/FIFA Women in Football Leadership Programme in Geneva, Switzerland, under the theme โDeveloping Leaders, Transforming Organizations, Contributing to Society.โ The experience sharpened her skills and reinforced her commitment to building systems that empower both women and men through sport.
Back home, Anna has already left a strong mark within the SSFF. She has served for four years on the Federationโs Board of Directors as head of the Finance Committee, playing a key role in accountability and strategic planning. Following her leadership training, FIFA appointed her as Coordinator of the FIFA Pilot Project on Menstrual Health Management in South Sudanโmaking her a pioneer in integrating health and dignity into the lives of young female athletes.
Now, Anna is stepping forward to lead at an even higher level. As the only female candidate in the race for Second Vice President, her candidacy sends a bold message: women have a rightful place in shaping the direction of South Sudanese football.
This is more than a campaignโitโs a movement for equity, representation, and lasting change in sports leadership. Itโs time for a federation that reflects the talents and aspirations of all South Sudanese.
History is calling. Letโs answer by supporting Anna Nyakuet Takerโbecause football should work for everyone.