Author: WAJ Reporter

Artificial intelligence (AI) skills are becoming one of the most in-demand qualifications in the modern job market. In its latest Job Market Trends report, Pnet shared insights into which sectors in South Africa are hiring AI professionals and how these skills are being applied. According to the data, between Q4 2019 / Q1 2020 and Q4 2024 / Q1 2025, there has been a 96% increase in the number of AI professionals securing new roles. As in many parts of the world, AI is no longer just a trend in South Africa — it is a driving force in the…

The CAF Champions League semi-final matches have begun. In this tournament, which will determine the strongest team in Africa, two giants faced off. The leaders of the South African league, Sundowns, who are 12 points clear at the top, hosted Al Ahly — the club with the most CAF Champions League titles in history. Although Sundowns dominated possession with 73%, the more experienced Al Ahly created more dangerous chances. However, South Africa’s national team goalkeeper, Ronwen Williams, made crucial saves to keep his team from conceding a goal. The match ended in a 0-0 draw. This result gives an advantage…

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has issued a warning regarding the potential re-entry of space debris over the Eastern African region between April 19th and 20th, 2025. KSA stated that the predicted flight path is of particular concern for Kenya. The trajectory begins from the northeastern region, passing over Kenya and continuing towards Tanzania. The Nature of the Debris and Its Importance to Kenya The statement read: “The Kenya Space Agency wishes to inform the public about the potential re-entry of a space object identified as Norad ID 61909/2024-205R.” “This object is a significant piece of debris from a rocket…

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payment technology company, has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening the continent’s tech sector. The project is designed to empower young Africans with practical skills through a two-day virtual coaching program called the Flutterwave Accelerate Workshop. The workshop is open to university students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals. Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with industry experts in key fields such as data privacy and cybersecurity, marketing, product management, and design. The sessions will be led by accomplished professionals including Ted Oladele (CEO of Mira and former VP at Flutterwave), Nujinim Egwegbete-Odukwu (Head of…

Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and AC Milan are among the major clubs showing interest in Nigerian star Raphael Onyedika, who has made a significant move by changing his agency ahead of the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old is expected to leave Club Brugge at the end of this season. Given the awareness of both the player’s desire and the growing interest from top clubs, Club Brugge may demand a high transfer fee. Onyedika, who signed with one of Europe’s most prominent sports agencies, CAA Stellar, has made it clear that he intends to move to a bigger club. Last summer,…

George Manneh Oppong Weah, born on October 1, 1966, has had quite an extraordinary career. He is the only Liberian and African player to have ever won the Ballon d’Or, and later went on to become the 25th President of Liberia. Born in the capital city of Monrovia and raised in the Clara Town district, Weah belonged to the Kru ethnic group, which resides in one of the poorest areas of the country. His father, William T. Weah, was a mechanic, while his mother, Anna Quaye Weah, was a merchant. Weah had three brothers. After his parents separated when he…

The new leadership of the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) continues to work toward a comprehensive transformation of the organization. Since taking office on January 25, the ZIFA Executive Committee, led by President Nqobile Magwizi, has focused on establishing structures and policies to restructure the federation. This week, several ZIFA officials were dispatched to the South African Football Association (SAFA) for a benchmarking visit. Given that the South African league is one of the most prestigious on the continent, ZIFA hopes to gain significant experience from this visit. ZIFA’S STATEMENT In a statement regarding the visit, ZIFA mentioned: “The Zimbabwe Football…

South African forward Lyle Foster, who plays in the Championship, has suffered a shoulder injury. His team, Burnley, is currently managed by Scott Parker, who confirmed that the player is in the recovery process. Burnley are fighting for promotion to the Premier League. They are currently in second place with 88 points, and this injury could be critically important for them, as the team cannot afford to drop points in the remaining four matches. However, Foster’s injury might not be too serious. It is expected that he will return to the squad before the end of the season. The player…

GITEX Africa continues in full swing in Marrakesh, Morocco, where various countries and companies are showcasing their digital transformation efforts. One of the highlights came from Mehdi Kettani, CEO of DXC CDG, who praised Morocco’s excellent management of the event. In an interview with MAP, Kettani stated, “Morocco is increasingly emerging as a destination for IT outsourcing services, particularly for international markets.” He also emphasized the excellence of Moroccan talent, highlighting that the company supports transformation processes through digital infrastructure services—including data centers, cybersecurity, cloud, servers, and storage—as well as tailored business applications. DXC CDG has established an Artificial Intelligence…

Chinese multinational company Huawei has opened a smart warehouse facility in South Africa, focused on green energy, e-security, and modern logistics. Equipped with state-of-the-art warehouse management systems, the facility also features artificial intelligence for access control. Huawei South Africa CEO Will Meng shared insights about the facility, which was inaugurated in Johannesburg: “The warehouse facility is split into two sections, one section is dedicated to in and outbound tech movement, while the other section handles localized supplies and spare parts.” “Huawei boasts a robust global supply chain, with approximately 1,400 warehouses spanning over five million square meters.” “We hope that…

Two major European clubs are in a transfer battle for Nigeria’s national team goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye. The Udinese shot-stopper has attracted interest from Premier League side Bournemouth and Italian giants AC Milan. According to Africafoot, Bournemouth have submitted a €13 million offer for the in-form goalkeeper, who has caught the eye with his impressive performances throughout the season. AC Milan’s interest, however, dates back to 2023, when the Rossoneri attempted to sign him but failed to reach an agreement with Udinese. Okoye’s current contract runs until 2028. While Udinese would prefer to keep their number one goalkeeper, a tempting offer…

Jacques Henry Kallis, born on October 16, 1975, is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time and among the finest all-rounders the game has ever seen. A right-handed batsman and a right-arm fast-medium swing bowler, Kallis holds the unique distinction of being the only cricketer in history to score over 10,000 runs and take more than 250 wickets in both ODI and Test cricket. With 45 Test centuries, he ranks as the third-highest run-scorer in Test history. Additionally, his 23 “Man of the Match” awards in Test cricket remain an all-time record. Early Career and Rise…

Young Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, currently on loan at Sampdoria, could return to his parent club Inter Milan at the end of the season. Akinsanmiro has delivered a solid performance for the Serie B side this season. Despite playing in midfield, he has contributed with one goal and one assist. Although his primary position is central midfield, he has occasionally played in a more advanced attacking midfield role, offering his team tactical flexibility. For this reason, Inter Milan might consider him as a rotational player in the future. However, Sampdoria hold a buy option in the loan deal. The club’s…

Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Sam George, has firmly stated that the nation’s 5G rollout must happen by June 2025. The launch, originally planned for December 2024, was later postponed to January 2025. Now, the minister insists that there can be no more delays — Ghana must officially enter the 5G era. NGIC Holds Exclusive 5G Rights in Ghana Until 2034 The Next Generation Infrastructure Company (NGIC) holds the exclusive license to build and operate 4G and 5G infrastructure in Ghana for the next ten years. Awarded in 2024, this license means that no other telecom operator…

Gabonese footballer Aaron Boupendza has passed away. The player fell from the 11th floor of an apartment building in China, and there are still several mysteries surrounding his death. It remains unclear whether the incident was a suicide, an accident, or the result of a domestic dispute. His club, Chinese Super League side Zhejiang FC, stated that Boupendza had not attended training for several days and that they had been unable to reach him. Previously, Boupendza had been sidelined for disciplinary reasons and was later transferred to Zhejiang for a fee of €800,000. During his time at the club, he…

Didier Drogba was born on March 11, 1978, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. To ensure he received proper care, his family sent him to live with his uncle, Michel Goba, a professional footballer, in France. After three years, young Drogba returned to Ivory Coast, but when his parents lost their jobs, he went back to his uncle. It was during these formative years that he discovered football. At 15, he began playing for Levallois, a semi-professional club in France, initially as a right-back before transitioning to striker on his uncle’s advice. Early Steps in His Professional Career After finishing school, Drogba…