Author: WAJ Reporter

South Africa has conducted its first domestic voice call over 5G. This achievement was made by Vodacom on the company’s test network. The company stated that this was a pilot call prior to launching the service on its live network; however, no start date for the service was announced. Until now, 5G in the country had only been used for data transmission. This new technology, known as Voice-over-New-Radio (VoNR), will serve as an upgraded version of the VoLTE (Voice over LTE) service that Vodacom South Africa has been offering since 2014. With the new technology, call setup times will be…

Bayern Munich ended its sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda following mounting backlash. The club announced the termination shortly after signing a new sponsorship agreement with UAE-based airline Emirates. In their statement, Bayern described this move as a “strategic evolution of their partnership.” CONGO FOREIGN MINISTER HAD CALLED FOR ACTION In February of this year, Congo’s Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner sent an open letter to Bayern Munich and the clubs Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, both sponsored by Visit Rwanda, urging them to cut “bloody sponsorship deals with this oppressive regime.” Rwanda is accused of supporting the M23 rebel group fighting…

A high-level bilateral meeting was held between Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale and William Kabogo Gitau, Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Digital Economy of the Republic of Kenya. The main topic of the meeting was strengthening Kenya’s vaccine research and digital health systems. Delegations from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) also participated in the meeting. One of the key points discussed was the planned $250 million vaccine manufacturing facility to be established at Konza Technopolis. This initiative aims to position Kenya as Africa’s vaccine hub. Additionally,…

Ajax’s Nigerian striker Chuba Akpom has joined English Championship side Ipswich Town on loan. The 29-year-old forward was also the subject of a transfer battle between Birmingham City and Middlesbrough. Birmingham City had almost completed the transfer and even put the player through a medical. However, Birmingham later decided they did not want to sign him on loan and instead offered to pay a transfer fee of €6 million. Ajax accepted this offer, but in the final stage, the player chose Ipswich instead. If Ipswich Town win promotion to the Premier League, they will have the option to buy the…

Suleiman Obeid, considered one of Palestine’s football legends and known as the “Pele of Palestinian football,” was killed in an Israeli attack while waiting for humanitarian aid in the southern Gaza Strip. On Friday, UEFA shared a tribute to him on the X platform, stating, “Farewell Suleiman el-Obeid, the ‘Palestinian Pele’. A talent who gave hope to countless children, even in the darkest of times.” However, this post received criticism. Egyptian star Mohamed Salah responded to the tribute by asking, “Can you tell us how, where, and why he died?” In doing so, he expressed his disapproval of UEFA’s failure…

Newly promoted Sunderland have strengthened their squad by signing former Beşiktaş player Arthur Masuaku. The Democratic Republic of Congo left-back has signed a two-year contract with the English club. As Beşiktaş did not renew his contract, Arthur Masuaku had become a free agent. Therefore, Sunderland did not pay any transfer fee for this signing. Following the move, Masuaku said: “I’m very excited to be here and I’m really happy to be back in the Premier League. I want to have a winning mentality and bring joy to the fans, and I can’t wait to get started.” Sunderland will face West…

The 2025/2026 South African League season kicked off this week. One of the strongest teams in the league, Kaizer Chiefs, will be without their head coach for their opening match against Stellenbosch FC. This is because the experienced coach’s wife was involved in an accident in Tunisia. For this reason, Nabi returned to his home country on Friday evening to be with his wife and spend time with his family. Nabi is expected to return to South Africa once the situation improves. In his absence, the team’s first assistant coach, Khalil Ben Youssef, and second assistant coach, Cedric Kaze, will…

Two clubs backed by Arab investment are locked in a fierce race to sign Brentford’s Congolese striker Yoane Wissa. One of them is Al-Nassr, the club where Cristiano Ronaldo also plays, and the other is Premier League powerhouse Newcastle City. Newcastle City is having a difficult transfer window. After losing Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United, they moved quickly to pursue Yoane Wissa, making a $40.3 million offer. However, Brentford rejected the bid. The setbacks didn’t end there. Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr has also shown interest in the player. With no spending limits, Al-Nassr may have a stronger hand in this…

Aston Villa has reached an agreement to sign the Ivorian player for £26 million plus £4.3 million in add-ons. Last season, Aston Villa relied on Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio in their attack, but this season they have parted ways with both players. It was precisely to fill this gap that they signed Evann Guessand. Regarding the transfer, Guessand said:“When I heard the club wanted me, I didn’t hesitate and accepted the offer. I’m ready to give my all in every game, every position, every minute.” Guessand delivered an impressive performance at Nice this season, although he still has room…

Beşiktaş have officially announced the signing of Wilfred Ndidi. The transfer was finalized after the player successfully passed his medical examinations. Beşiktaş signed the Nigerian midfielder from Leicester City for a transfer fee of €9.5 million. The club agreed to a three-year contract with Ndidi, with an option to extend it for an additional year. Known for his physicality and defensive abilities, Ndidi is expected to bring dynamism and tactical intelligence to Beşiktaş’s midfield, especially alongside Orkun Kökçü. However, the Black Eagles are still expected to strengthen their squad with reinforcements on the wings. According to Nigerian journalist Buchi Laba,…

The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy has launched the Build-A-Thon Holiday Camp. These training camps, established in Abuja, Abeokuta, and Kano, aim to equip young Nigerians aged 10 to 18 with critical digital skills. Participants will take part in sessions covering key topics such as the fundamentals of coding, embedded systems, and the Internet of Things (IoT), giving them the opportunity to engage with technology at an early age. In addition, the program helps young Nigerians develop important soft skills like teamwork and problem-solving. The ministry emphasized the value of the initiative, stating that it is laying…

Stellar Link has launched a portable satellite internet rental service in South Africa. This service will provide high-speed internet access to remote and off-grid areas. Using Starlink satellite technology, the company’s rental terminals are both quick and easy to set up. For this reason, they are preferred for outdoor events, filming locations, and temporary work sites. Additionally, the service offers flexible rental options including daily, weekly, and monthly plans, and is available throughout South Africa. Stellar Link has clarified that while it uses Starlink technology, it is not affiliated with SpaceX or Starlink. The company offers a rental service that…

The shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or — the award that determines the best player of the season — has been officially announced. Among the 30 players on the list, there are three African footballers. One of them is Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, who is considered among the top five favourites to win the prestigious award this year. Salah led Liverpool to the Premier League title, finishing the season as both the league’s top scorer and top assist provider. Across all competitions, he recorded an impressive 34 goals and 23 assists. DEMBELE SEEN AS THE FAVORITE With PSG winning the UEFA…

Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey’s contract with Arsenal had come to an end. The 32-year-old player was charged with five counts of rape involving two women and one count of sexual assault involving a third woman. The fact that legal proceedings began only after his departure from Arsenal sparked public backlash. Partey, who denies the allegations, was released on conditional bail on Tuesday by Westminster Magistrates’ Court. He was banned from contacting the three women and was ordered to notify the police of any permanent change of address or international travel. Following this process, the player transferred to Spanish club Villarreal.…

According to Mastercard’s report titled “Harnessing the Transformative Power of AI in Africa”, the AI market in Africa is expected to exceed $16.5 billion by 2030. During this period, it is also projected that digital employment opportunities for 230 million people could be created. The driving forces behind this growth are identified as the continent’s young population, mobile-first infrastructure, and strong entrepreneurial culture. However, concerns remain that data fragmentation, language barriers, and regulatory misalignment could deepen the digital divide. PARTNERSHIPS ESSENTIAL TO UNLOCK AI’S POTENTIAL While AI is expected to play a crucial role in accelerating digital economic growth across…

Nicolas Jackson, one of Chelsea’s key forwards, could transfer to another English club during this summer’s transfer window. Newcastle United is interested in the player. The English club had previously shown interest in Benjamin Sesko, but that transfer fell through. Now, Newcastle United, who are interested in the Senegalese forward, are also expected to convince Chelsea. Chelsea is asking for at least twice the transfer fee they paid for the 24-year-old striker (£32 million). Having signed players like João Pedro, Liam Delap, and Jamie Gittens, Chelsea has spent approximately 280 million euros during this summer transfer window. Known for heavy…