Author: WAJ Reporter

All quarter-finalists of the CHAN 2024 African Nations Championship, featuring stars from local leagues, have been determined. The group stage of the tournament has concluded, and the quarter-final matches will be played this Friday and Saturday. The winners of this round will play the semi-finals in Dar es Salaam and Kampala. The final match will take place on August 30 in Nairobi. In Group A, Kenya finished as the leader, while Morocco secured second place, just one point behind Kenya. DRC, Angola, and Zambia were eliminated from the tournament. In Group B, Tanzania topped the group, with Madagascar advancing in…

After suffering a heavy 4-0 defeat against Manchester City in the opening week of the season, Wolves moved quickly to strengthen their defense by signing Jackson Tchatchoua for €12.5m. The Cameroon defender, who had been playing for Hellas Verona, signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club. Last season, Tchatchoua was named the fastest player in Serie A, recording an average speed of 34.88 km/h. In addition to his defensive contributions, the 23-year-old also registered 2 goals and 3 assists in 37 appearances for Verona. This move marks Wolves’ fifth signing of the summer. The club had already secured…

Former Zimbabwe international Tendai Ndoro has been found dead at his home in Johannesburg. The 40-year-old striker had previously struggled with health issues, but the exact cause of his death has not been confirmed. Ndoro made a total of 118 appearances in the South African league, scoring 36 goals and providing 12 assists. He particularly caught the attention of football fans during his time with Orlando Pirates. His former club did not remain silent over his untimely passing and released a statement: “Orlando Pirates Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former striker, Tendai Ndoro…

According to the report, Africa is becoming an increasingly important yet vulnerable target in the global cybercrime landscape. The primary targets of these attacks are key economic sectors such as finance, healthcare, energy, and government. A recent report by KnowBe4 highlights that due to human-related risks, companies remain highly exposed to threats like phishing. In addition, sophisticated transnational criminal networks such as “Black Axe,” operating in West Africa, are behind multi-million-dollar fraud schemes, demonstrating just how organized these crimes can be. INTERPOL notes that the legal and law enforcement frameworks in most African countries are struggling to keep pace with…

Sunderland, newly promoted to the Premier League, has moved to pursue Leicester City’s Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu. The 21-year-old player is estimated to be worth around £30 million. Sunderland has already strengthened their squad with key signings such as Granit Xhaka and Habib Diarra, spending approximately £141.5 million in this transfer window. Among newly promoted Premier League teams, Nottingham Forest set a record in the summer of 2022 by spending £142 million. Sunderland is now widely expected to surpass that record. Although Fatawu is a highly valuable player, he missed most of the 2024-25 season due to a serious knee…

The Government of Eswatini has launched the Udacity Coding Program, aiming to provide free digital skills training to 300,000 Eswatini citizens. This program will be carried out in collaboration with the Government of the United Arab Emirates. The initiative is a significant step for the country’s digital transformation and its adaptation to the increasingly digital global landscape. The program offers courses in Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, Data Science Fundamentals, Programming Fundamentals, and Android Developer Fundamentals. Participants who complete the program will be equipped to become qualified professionals and gain future employment opportunities. To maximize the program’s impact, Minister Maziya called on…

Jackson Muleka, the Congolese forward who once played for Beşiktaş, has reached an agreement with Konyaspor. The player, who most recently featured for Al-Kholood Club in the Saudi Arabian League, is expected to earn €1.2 million per year at Konyaspor. It has been stated that the 25-year-old striker signed a two-year contract. He will undergo medical examinations during the day to finalize the transfer. Muleka has played a total of 74 matches in the Turkish Süper Lig, scoring 21 goals and providing 7 assists. Although he was unable to fully meet expectations at Beşiktaş, he now has the opportunity to…

Galatasaray has made an official offer for Manuel Akanji in order to strengthen their defensive line. Currently having Davinson Sánchez, Abdülkerim Bardakcı, Kaan Ayhan, Victor Nelsson, and Carlos Cuesta in their squad, the Lions are considering the Swiss defender of Nigerian descent as a starting eleven player. The details of Galatasaray’s offer have not yet been fully finalized. The 30-year-old footballer, who plays for Manchester City, is known for his ability to perform in all defensive positions. If Galatasaray completes this transfer, the club plans to close the transfer window by signing a midfielder, a goalkeeper, and a right-back. Having…

Francis Amin has been elected as the president of the South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF). Returning for a second term, Amin defeated the current president, General Augustine Maduot, in the elections. Out of the 38 votes cast, Francis Amin received 26, securing his position as SSFF president until 2029. The election took place in a peaceful environment. Amin expressed his gratitude to Maduot for his contributions and stated that he aims to build effectively upon the foundation provided. Meanwhile, Maduot assured that he would assist Amin in the upcoming term. Makur Majok and Deng Abdelrahman Aguer will serve as vice…

Africa has shown progress in artificial intelligence, but dependence on foreign countries in this technology remains a notable concern. To address this challenge and build a local AI infrastructure for the market, four technology leaders have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to coordinate a joint effort. The companies participating in this agreement include Australia-based Lakeba Group, Nigeria-based Next Digital, UAE-based AqlanX, and Netherlands-based Agentic Dynamic. The main goal of the agreement is to establish a joint venture called AfricAI. They have chosen Nigeria as the initial market for this initiative, aiming to deliver effective AI applications in healthcare, digital identity,…

Bournemouth’s Ghanaian winger Antoine Semenyo was subjected to racist abuse after Friday’s match against Liverpool. However, Semenyo stated that the aftermath and the reactions shown painted a very positive picture. SUSPECT TAKEN INTO CUSTODY Merseyside Police announced that the identity of the 47-year-old Liverpool supporter responsible for the abuse had been confirmed, and the individual was arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offense and taken into custody for questioning. “THE FOOTBALL WORLD STOOD TOGETHER” Semenyo also revealed on Instagram that he had received further racist messages after the match. These comments drew widespread condemnation, and Semenyo emphasized…

Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, met this week in Accra with Lesotho’s Minister of Communication, Science and Technology, Nthati Moorosi. During the meeting, the two sides discussed strengthening digital cooperation and promoting innovation. Minister George announced that the Global Entrepreneurship Festival will be held in Ghana in November. The three-day event is expected to bring together over 100,000 entrepreneurs with global investors. ICT DIVAS FORUM AND TECH GIANTS The minister’s announcements did not stop there. He further stated that in 2026, Ghana, in partnership with Google, will host the ICT Divas Forum in Accra.…

The 2024 CHAN African Nations Championship continues with great excitement. This tournament, featuring star players from local leagues, has already determined the teams from Groups A and B that will advance to the knockout stage. In the quarterfinals, which will begin on 22 August, the winner of Group A, Kenya, will face the runner-up of Group B, Madagascar. In another clash, the winner of Group B, Tanzania, will take on the runner-up of Group A, Morocco. In Groups C and D, however, the final matches have not yet been played. For this reason, the teams that will advance to the…

South Africa’s acting police minister Firoz Cachalia stated that the South African Police Service (SAPS) is strengthening its existing technology infrastructure and software investments. DRONES AND BODY CAMERAS Responding to questions raised in parliament by IFP MP Inkosi Russel Nsikayezwe Cebekhulu, Cachalia added that they plan to train 100 officials to become drone operators. However, he noted that little progress has been made in providing body-worn cameras (bodycams) to police officers. He explained that the agreement on body cameras is still in the contracting phase and that the delay in finalising the tender process is the reason behind the lack…

Brentford have signed Burkina Faso forward Dango Ouattara for £42.5 million. The 23-year-old will be in London today to undergo a medical examination. Last season, Ouattara scored nine goals in 37 appearances for Bournemouth. Nottingham Forest had previously shown interest in the player but later opted to sign Omari Hutchinson instead. This allowed Brentford to complete the transfer more easily. Ouattara’s arrival could also pave the way for the departure of Yoane Wissa, who is expected to leave the club. Primarily a left winger, Ouattara has already earned 30 caps for the national team at the age of 23, scoring…

According to a new report by the United Nations, cases of sexual violence increased by 25 percent compared to the previous year. The report states that the countries with the highest number of such incidents are the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Somalia, and South Sudan. It further notes that 63 state and non-state parties have been clearly identified as systematically committing rape and other forms of sexual violence during armed conflicts. The report also states that this crime is on the agenda of the United Nations Security Council. Additional details in the report highlight…