Author: WAJ Reporter

Letsile Tebogo, who won an Olympic gold medal for Botswana, finished first in the 200-meter race in Tokyo with a time of 20.19 seconds. Despite this, he was critical of his sprint performance. The star athlete promised to run much better in the next round. Acknowledging technical mistakes in the curve, the Botswanan athlete said he was happy with the result but could not deliver the performance he wanted. The semifinals are scheduled for today, with the finals taking place on Friday. Pointing to the curve as the key area for improvement, Tebogo vowed to deliver a much stronger performance:…

Google has announced the launch of four new subsea cable hubs in Africa. This move, aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth, seeks to strengthen Africa’s digital corridors both regionally and globally. The continent’s youth population is expected to double by 2050, surpassing 830 million. If properly harnessed, this represents a tremendous opportunity for Africa, but the continent needs to act quickly to capitalize on it. IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Google’s investments highlight that access to artificial intelligence (AI) requires not only connectivity and products but also education and skill development. In 2021, the company announced it would invest…

Vodacom Tanzania has announced that it will invest up to $100 million to upgrade network sites across the country, improve IT infrastructure, and enhance the M-Pesa platform. Following this move, the company expects to transform connectivity, improve service quality, and strengthen digital inclusion in rural areas. Over the next 25 years, the initiative is projected to increase data speeds and provide better call quality. It also aims to deliver stronger cybersecurity while meeting the needs of the company’s growing customer base. Vodacom Tanzania Managing Director Philip Besiimire stated that more than 1,000 network sites have already been modernized in the…

Kaizer Chiefs, who have made a fast start to the South African League, have added two new players to their squad. However, despite six league matches having already been played, the new signings Ethan Chislett and Nkanyiso Shinga have not yet featured. Ethan Chislett joined Kaizer Chiefs from English side Port Vale FC, while Nkanyiso Shinga arrived from Portuguese outfit FC Alverca. Head coach Nasreddine Nabi stated that both players are ready and will be given their chance when the time comes. So far, Nkanyiso Shinga appears to be the third-choice option at left-back, behind Bradley Cross and Paseko Mako.…

Egyptian AI startup Intella has raised $12.5 million in a Series A funding round. Founded in 2021, the startup aims to solve complex challenges that global AI companies have struggled to address effectively in Arabic contexts. Its AI model has achieved an impressive 95.73% accuracy across more than 25 Arabic dialects. A major challenge in global AI integration is that many international companies focus on Modern Standard Arabic. However, most users interacting with AI in Arabic rely on everyday spoken language. Intella provides a successful solution precisely at this point. Intella’s client portfolio spans finance, telecommunications, and government sectors, highlighting…

Canon has decided to establish a strategic partnership with Lagos-based Proxynet Communications. Through this partnership, Canon will be able to expand its presence in West Africa. Additionally, businesses and institutions in the region will benefit from Canon’s next-generation imaging and video production solutions. This collaboration, showcased at the Canon Experience Session event, aims to drive growth in broadcasting, media, religious organizations, and corporate markets. Taichi Ito, Canon’s regional sales manager, commented on the partnership: “We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with Proxynet Communications to expand the reach of Canon’s world-class imaging solutions in West Africa.” “Proxynet’s strong industry presence,…

Thomas Partey is set to appear in court today in London on charges of rape and sexual assault. However, he played for Villarreal against Tottenham in yesterday’s Champions League match. The emergence of these charges immediately after leaving Arsenal, and now facing an English club before his court appearance, has raised some questions in the public eye. The 32-year-old Ghanaian footballer is facing five counts of sexual assault against two women. Partey has denied all charges and described the court hearing as an opportunity to clear his name. During this period, fans were highly critical of Partey’s transfer to Spanish…

The champion of the 2025 FIBA U16 AfroBasket was Côte d’Ivoire. The tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) award was claimed by Jean-Philippe Oka. Oka averaged 16.2 points, 12 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. Thanks to this impressive performance, he helped his team go undefeated throughout the tournament and secure the championship. He also scored 18 points in the final, becoming his team’s top scorer. Jean-Philippe Oka was also selected for the All-Tournament Team, showcasing his high potential. His teammate Iréné Ouedraogo was included in the All-Tournament Five as well. From the runner-up team Cameroon, Nolan Ngangmeni and…

Faith Kipyegon has won her fourth world title in the 1500 metres. The 31-year-old athlete became the only person in history, alongside retired runner Hicham El Guerrouj, to achieve this feat. Kipyegon has not lost a 1500m race, excluding heats, for the past four years. She completed this race in 3:52.15. Kenyan Dorcus Ewoi finished second, while Jessica Hull came third. The star athlete, who has won a total of eight gold medals, will now aim for a medal in the 5000 metres. The final of the 5000m race will be held on Saturday. Faith Kipyegon last suffered defeat at…

Google has invested $37 million in artificial intelligence across Africa. At the center of this investment is a $25 million contribution to the AI Collaborative Food Security Initiative. This program will strengthen Africa’s agricultural expertise and support the transformation of farming technologies across the continent. In this way, Africa will be able to develop its own AI tools instead of relying on external solutions. With this support, African farmers will gain access to hunger forecasting systems, enhanced crop resilience technologies, and sophisticated tools to counter climate-related threats. They will be able to predict and prevent food crises while optimizing crop…

Ademola Lookman, who won the African Player of the Year award this year, has faced harsh criticism from Atalanta’s head coach Ivan Juric. Due to this tension, the star player is expected to miss Atalanta’s Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. The conflict between Lookman and Atalanta began when former coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticized him for taking a penalty. Later, during the summer transfer window, Atalanta reportedly made it difficult for Lookman to leave the club. As a result, Lookman refused to participate in training for an extended period. Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric openly criticized Lookman’s…

Ghana has launched the National Privacy Awareness Campaign to integrate its citizens into an increasingly digital world. The campaign was introduced by the Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu, during a ceremony at the Data Protection Commission headquarters in East Legon. The Minister emphasized the importance of privacy and data protection and highlighted the significance of citizen participation in the digital space. A STEP TOWARDS BECOMING AN AI HUB This campaign aligns with Ghana’s goal of becoming the AI hub of Africa. Responsible handling of data is considered crucial for establishing public trust and…

In the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, CAF Champions League winners Pyramids FC defeated New Zealand’s Auckland City 3-0. The first goal came from Walid El Karti, who finished off a cross from Brazilian winger Ewerton. In the 74th minute, Marwan Hamdy doubled the lead with a header from Mohamed Hamdy’s cross. Late in the match, Mostafa Ziko stepped up and scored the decisive goal to seal the result. The Egyptian side will face Saudi Arabia’s strong representatives Al Ahli in the next round. If they win that clash, they will move on to the following stage, and a victory there would…

One of South Africa’s biggest clubs, Mamelodi Sundowns, is looking to build a squad capable of winning the CAF Champions League. Their transfer window has been relatively quiet so far, but they are eager to break that silence. To do so, the club has submitted an offer of around R30 million for Brazilian midfielder Matheusinho. The player is currently on loan at Club do Recife in his home country, where he has been putting in highly impressive performances. However, Sundowns face a major obstacle. Both his parent club Santa Clara and Club do Recife, who hold a purchase option, are…

Cameroonian-French interim WBC middleweight champion Christian Mbilli retained his belt after a draw in his title fight against Léster Martínez. The bout, held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, saw both fighters deliver impressive performances and receive strong support from the crowd. Mbilli was the one applying pressure, but Martínez did not shy away from it and showed no fear in going toe-to-toe with him. After 10 rounds, judge Chris Migliore scored the fight 96-94 in favor of Mbilli, while Patricia Morse Jarman had it 97-93 for Martínez. Glenn Feldman’s 95-95 card resulted in a draw. The scores drew…

Mohammed Salah is reportedly set to receive a record offer from Saudi Arabia. Salah, who has become a living legend in a Liverpool shirt, has won two league titles with the team. During this period, he has consistently ranked among the top five active players in the world, and last season, at the age of 33, he contributed 47 goals. Following these achievements, the Egyptian forward could receive a major offer in the final stages of his career. Salah has also made a significant impact on the football world as a Muslim player, which has made him a well-loved and…