Author: WAJ Reporter

Inter Milan has moved to strengthen their squad by targeting Nigerian star winger Ademola Lookman for a transfer. The Italian club had previously submitted three different offers for the 27-year-old player, but all of them were rejected. Atalanta did not want to let their player go to a domestic rival for a low fee and reportedly set the price for Lookman at around €55 million. The player still has one year left on his contract and wants to play exclusively for Inter. For this reason, the star has accused Atalanta’s management of not keeping their promises, and he has refused…

The first derby of the South African League season will take place tomorrow. Last season’s champion, Sundowns, will face second-placed Orlando Pirates in the MT8N tournament semi-final. Both teams were unable to earn 3 points in the opening matches of the league, and as a result, they could not start the season well. Because of this, both Sundowns and Pirates are eager to win this match and regain confidence. The league is a long marathon, and both teams are among the most important contenders for the championship. In this tournament, which features last season’s top 8 teams, the other semi-final…

The National Center for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) has announced that nearly 70% of the 11 million illegal firearms in West Africa are located in Nigeria. The South South Zonal Director of NCCSALW, Alex Ebimiebo, stated that the main reason behind this illegal arms trafficking is the presence of 2.2 million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Nigeria and 26,000 refugees in neighboring countries. SECURITY IS A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL CITIZENS In his presentation titled “Strengthening Security Agencies’ Collaboration to Counter Illicit Arms Proliferation for Enhanced National Security in Nigeria”, Ebimiebo shared these remarks. He…

Manchester United have made a €112 million bid for Brighton’s Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba. According to CFootCameroun, one of Cameroon’s leading news sources, Brighton have accepted the offer. The player is expected to join the Red Devils in the coming days. The same outlet was the first to report the 21-year-old midfielder’s transfer from Lille to Brighton. For this reason, it is widely believed that this transfer will most likely be made official in the coming days. However, if the move does not go through, Manchester United are considering Adam Wharton as an alternative for that position. Before Carlos Baleba,…

In recent years, the rapid growth of the global population has significantly increased the demand for energy. However, the widespread use of fossil fuels has had a negative impact on the environment. For this reason, the United Nations implemented the Paris Agreement, a climate change treaty, in 2015 in Paris. As a result, the demand for renewable energy has increased. ENERGY SHORTAGE AND POWER OUTAGES IN AFRICA In Africa, this demand has also risen considerably. According to estimates by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the continent’s energy demand is expected to increase sevenfold by 2050. Currently, Africa is struggling…

Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho is set to join Samsunspor. In recent weeks, several clubs have shown interest in the Sevilla forward, and his departure was considered almost certain. This is because the player, despite joining Sevilla on a free transfer last year, failed to deliver strong performances. As a result, Iheanacho was loaned to Middlesbrough for six months during the season, where he managed just 1 goal and 2 assists in 15 appearances. Beşiktaş was also reportedly considering him as a backup striker; however, that move never materialized. Now, Samsunspor is reportedly set to sign the player for €3.5 million.…

South Africa – The inaugural Africa Water Investment Summit is taking place in Cape Town under the G20 presidency. The project aims to mobilize at least 30 billion dollars to close the water investment gap across the continent. The conference is organized in collaboration with the African Union (AU), the AU Development Agency, and the African Union-Africa Water Investment Program (AU-AIP) International High-Level Panel on Water Investments. The event, which will continue until Friday, will be attended by African heads of state, G20 representatives, investors, ministers, and development institutions. RAMAPHOSA’S OPENING SPEECH South African President Cyril Ramaphosa summarized the goals…

The South African government has decided to amend its tobacco legislation in order to reduce smoking and exposure to tobacco products among the general public. Among the planned changes are rules such as introducing plain packaging for cigarettes with graphic health warnings and images, banning cigarette vending machines nationwide, creating 100% smoke-free zones in indoor public places, and completely prohibiting the display of tobacco products at points of sale. Following the announcement of this new bill, public reactions have been divided. While a large portion of South Africans support these measures, some claim that they represent an overly restrictive approach.…

Djoliba, one of Mali’s strongest teams and a club that has reached the CAF Confederation Cup final in its history, has launched an interesting campaign to motivate its players. Having made a mark on the country’s football scene for years alongside their arch-rivals Stade Malien, Djoliba decided to gift each of its players a motorcycle as a motivational reward. A total of 21 motorcycles were given, but with conditions — they can only be used on training and match days. In many West African countries, buying a car is not feasible, making motorcycles one of the most popular means of…

Nigeria’s Lagos is hosting the Africa Digital Economy and Inclusion Conference. The event is expected to bring together various politicians, business leaders, academics, and stakeholders. The aim of the conference is to discuss how artificial intelligence can drive growth and ensure that no one is left behind in this process. DIGITAL DIVIDE AND INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGES Adedayo Oketola, chairman of the AFDEIC organizing committee, stated that while there have been advancements in fintech, e-commerce, and AI across the continent, significant digital gaps remain. He emphasized that many Africans living in rural areas lack internet access, preventing millions from benefiting from digital…

Tottenham’s Malian defensive midfielder Yves Bissouma will miss the UEFA Super Cup match against PSG due to being late for training sessions. The team’s manager, Thomas Frank, stated that the player was disciplined for his misconduct. However, this development has reignited transfer rumours surrounding him. Yves Bissouma has been a target for both Juventus and Fenerbahçe. It is believed that his lateness may not simply be a matter of poor discipline, and there could be more behind it. Last season’s Champions League winners, PSG, will face Europa League champions Tottenham today. Probable line-ups: PSG: Safonov, Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes, Zaire-Emery,…

The highest increase in cyberattacks globally occurred in Nigeria, while Africa became the most targeted region for these attacks. According to Check Point Software Technologies’ July 2025 Global Threat Intelligence Report, institutions in Africa face an average of 3,374 cyberattacks per week. Institutions in Nigeria, however, have experienced a frightening rise with 6,101 attacks per week. This increase corresponds to a 67% year-on-year growth, making Nigeria one of the most vulnerable countries worldwide. Following Nigeria on the weekly list are Kenya (3,468), Angola (3,731), and South Africa (2,113). The sectors most targeted on the continent are Telecommunications, Government, and Financial…

Nigerian attacking midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, who plays for Lazio, has recently been linked with Juventus, AC Milan, and Newcastle United due to his impressive performances. However, Lazio’s head coach Sarri has been pleased with the player’s performances in preseason matches and wants to keep him in the squad. For this reason, the club has given a firm “not for sale” response to interested parties. Although it seems difficult for the player to start regularly in the first eleven initially, if his improving performance continues, he could become one of Lazio’s key players. The player was loaned to Lazio from Hatayspor…

Africa’s top clubs stumbled in their opening league matches. Al Ahly, Sundowns, and Pirates, all of whom reached the CAF Champions League semifinals last season, failed to secure a win in these games. In the Egyptian League, Al Ahly drew 2-2 away against Modern Future. Since Pirates’ former coach Jose Riveiro joined Al Ahly, he has yet to achieve the desired results against them. However, it seems Orlando Pirates have been negatively affected by his departure. In the opening week of the South African League, Pirates lost 1-0 at home to Sekhukhune United. Perhaps the reunion between Riveiro and Pirates…

Airtel Africa and Vodacom have established a partnership to share infrastructure with the aim of promoting digital inclusion and expanding access to reliable connectivity across Africa. Through this partnership, infrastructure sharing will be possible in key African markets such as Mozambique, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), subject to regulatory approvals in the respective countries. This will promote digital inclusion across Africa and mark an important step toward expanding access to reliable connectivity. In the initial phase, the partnership will focus on sharing fibre networks and tower infrastructure. This will both increase connectivity for customers and reduce operators’…

The Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) matches continue with full excitement. However, the intense interest in the tournament has unexpectedly led to some negative outcomes. After Kenya’s 1-0 victory over Morocco, various issues occurred both inside and outside the packed Kasarani Stadium. Problems such as a broken gate, fans entering without tickets, exceeding the stadium’s 48,063-seat capacity, and the occupation of areas reserved for the press overshadowed the match result and left unpleasant memories. According to fans, police used pepper spray on those trying to enter the stadium through a lower gate. To prevent such problems, Mookh Africa, the ticket provider…