Author: WAJ Reporter

Chelsea are preparing to reach an agreement with 16-year-old Nigerian talent Abduljelil Kamaldeen. After failing to make a fast start to the season, Chelsea have shifted their transfer policy towards young prospects. Investments are being made both for the first team and the academy. For this reason, Chelsea are closely following the U20 World Cup. Despite being only 16 years old, Kamaldeen has already had the chance to feature in this tournament. He is even expected to start in tomorrow’s match against Saudi Arabia. The young player can operate both as a number 10 and a left winger. Due to…

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations of Ghana, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), delivered the opening speech at the 2025 Africa Internet Summit. The event coincides with the 30th anniversary of Ghana’s Internet connectivity. In his speech, Minister George outlined the progress Ghana has made over the past three decades. He highlighted key milestones such as the establishment of the Ghana Internet Exchange in 2005, the deployment of submarine cable infrastructure, and the strengthening of mobile broadband networks across the country. The Minister emphasized that the real success lies in human capital, stating: “The real success is not…

The Ministry of Technology and Science of Zambia hosted Czech Republic Ambassador Jiří Kyrian. During the meeting, methods to deepen technological cooperation between the two countries were discussed. The discussions also covered the Tech4Zambia Forum, scheduled to take place on 7 October 2025 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Lusaka. The forum aims to bring together representatives from government, the private sector, academia, and civil society to expand dialogue on technology and innovation. Additionally, plans for a 2026 visit to Prague and the European Space Agency were discussed, along with ongoing initiatives under the SLIM Project. Ambassador Kyrian highlighted the growing…

In last night’s Galatasaray–Liverpool clash, Victor Osimhen scored the only goal of the match to secure victory for his team. With 10 goals in 18 appearances, the Nigerian star became the all-time top Nigerian scorer in the history of the UEFA Champions League. After the final whistle, Osimhen was seen with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk. The pair exchanged shirts in the mixed zone, a gesture that summed up the mutual respect between the two players. Osimhen also achieved an impressive record against Premier League clubs. In five Champions League appearances against English sides, he has scored four goals. Speaking…

Amir Khan, who has had a career many boxers envy, is now aiming to stage a boxing night in Nigeria. Having become a world champion in his 20s, Khan was also known for appearing on television shows such as I’m a Celebrity. But the former champion is now pursuing a different goal. Khan plans to bring professional boxing to Lagos. The event will take place on the country’s Independence Day, when the streets of Lagos will be filled with parades, music, and national pride. The event is being organized by Khan’s AK Promotions in partnership with Africa-based Balmoral Group Promotions.…

For developing countries, energy has become one of the fundamental elements of economic development, industrialization, and social life. Therefore, the importance of resources like nuclear energy is steadily increasing. In September, the Global Atomic Forum brought together leaders, energy experts, and investors to share developments in the field of nuclear energy. The forum was held as part of World Atomic Week, which celebrated the 80th anniversary of Russia’s nuclear industry. Vladimir Putin emphasized that the number of countries and companies viewing nuclear energy as a vital resource for long-term and rapid development is growing. He also noted that the public…

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT). This agreement is expected to shape the digital and security landscape across the continent. The partnership was formalized after the Director General of the Kenya Space Agency, Major General (Rtd) Hillary Kipkosgey, visited the NIGCOMSAT ground station in Abuja. Under the partnership, Kenya requested access to NIGCOMSAT’s broadband capacity to accelerate digital connectivity in sectors such as education, defense, health, financial technology, and governance. NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen stated that this collaboration marks a significant step in unlocking Africa’s digital potential. “This cooperation…

Former Nigeria international Samuel Sodje has strongly criticised Nigerian football fans for celebrating South Africa’s point deduction in the World Cup qualifiers as if it were a festival. FIFA handed the South African national team a three-point deduction for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in their match against Lesotho. As a result, South Africa were handed a 3-0 forfeit defeat, their points tally dropped from 17 to 14, and their goal difference was reduced from +2 to -3. Reacting to the celebrations among Nigerian fans, Sodje said: “It’s nice to see FIFA doing what they have to do. South…

One of South Africa’s biggest clubs, Kaizer Chiefs, made a solid start to the season but have struggled in recent weeks following the departure of their head coach, Nasreddine Nabi. After the decision to part ways with the experienced tactician, uncertainty grew around the team’s direction. At present, the strongest candidate to take charge seems to be Eric Tinkler. Having impressed at both Sekhukune and Cape Town City, Tinkler has built a reputation as one of the most reliable managers in the Premier Soccer League. His playing career was also legendary. Tinkler won the AFCON in 1996 and represented the…

FIFA has deducted points from South Africa. In the 2026 World Cup Africa Qualifiers, Group C, Teboho Mokoena played in the match against Lesotho despite being suspended. Having received two yellow cards in previous matches, Mokoena was not supposed to play in that game. Following this action by South Africa, debates continued, and an appeal was made to FIFA. As a result, South Africa had 3 points and 3 goals deducted. Additionally, they were fined 10,000 CHF by FIFA. South Africa was in a very advantageous position in the World Cup qualifiers. However, after this decision, they are now level…

The rise of digitalization in Africa brings both benefits and challenges. In particular, cyberattacks and fraud are increasing due to rapid and uncontrolled digitalization. One of the most common forms of these threats is identity fraud. To counter this, global payment company Mastercard and digital identity verification provider Smile ID have partnered to deliver secure digital identity solutions. Mastercard announced that this collaboration aims to make the fight against identity fraud easier and to enhance digital inclusion across the continent. As part of the partnership, Mastercard’s global insights and identity technology will be combined with Smile ID’s data verification and…

Africa’s premier club competitions, the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, continue with their first preliminary round matches. On Sunday, 12 teams advanced to the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, while eight teams progressed in the CAF Confederation Cup. In the Champions League, Monastir and JS Kabylie scored a total of seven goals across their two-legged fixtures, easily defeating East End Lions and Bibiani Gold Stars to advance. Kenya Police FC, despite losing on the day, progressed on aggregate over Mogadishu City. ASEC, having won the first leg against Power Dynamos, went to penalties after the…

The Research and Innovation Partnership Programme between South Africa and Switzerland has been officially launched. This initiative was established through a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signed between TIA, the National Research Foundation (NRF), and leading Swiss innovation institutions. The programme aims to accelerate the transition from research to innovation. By collaborating with Swiss partners and industry stakeholders, it seeks to effectively commercialize new ideas and technologies, generating tangible socio-economic benefits in South Africa and beyond. Through this agreement, South African innovators will gain access to Swiss expertise, reach global markets, and support the international expansion of local solutions. As a…

At the first UCI Road World Championship held in Africa, Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar won the world title for the second time in his career. The week-long event saw riders compete on a 267.5-kilometer course. Pogačar, who finished first, completed the race in 6 hours, 21 minutes, and 20 seconds. In doing so, he became the first cyclist in history to win both the Tour de France and the world road race championship in consecutive years. With this achievement, he further cemented his place among the sport’s all-time greats. Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel finished second with a time of 6:22:48, while…

In the Rugby Championship, South Africa defeated Argentina 67 (25) – 30 (23). Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu scored 37 points for his team in this match, breaking the record for the most points scored by a player in a Test. The previous record was set in 2007 when Percy Montgomery managed to score 35 points. While the first half was closely contested, South Africa pulled away in the second half with tries from Kolbe, Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Morne van den Berg, and Manie Libbok. With this result, South Africa overtook New Zealand to move to the top of the table. South…

Ernest Akushey, popularly known as Bahubali, passed away 11 days after a bout held in Ghana’s capital, Accra. The middleweight boxer was 32 years old at the time of his death. Following this incident, all boxing activities in Ghana were suspended. Although the exact cause of death is not yet known, it is believed that he may have suffered internal bleeding as a result of blows sustained during the fight. In a statement, the National Sports Authority described the suspension of boxing as “a necessary step to protect lives, uphold the integrity of the sport, and ensure its future.” Earlier…