Author: WAJ Reporter

Sunderland have signed Moroccan winger Chemsdine Talbi for £18 million plus £2.5 million in potential add-ons. Talbi was born in Belgium and represented Belgium at youth levels U15, U17, U18, and U19, but later chose to play internationally for Morocco. Last season, Talbi played 44 games for Club Brugge, scoring seven goals and providing five assists. He also caught attention by scoring two goals in the Champions League. The player expressed his excitement about playing in the Premier League: “The lure of playing in the biggest and best league in the world convinced me to join Sunderland.” “I’m really looking…

Napoli, who are set to sell Victor Osimhen, are now eyeing another Nigerian star. The Serie A champions are targeting Ademola Lookman, the current CAF African Player of the Year. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, certain conditions must be met for the transfer to happen. Napoli have identified Darwin Nunez and Lorenzo Lucca as their primary targets this summer. However, Liverpool are demanding around €60 million for Nunez, while Udinese are asking €30 million for Lucca. As a result, Napoli may opt to sign Dan Ndoye from Bologna instead of Nunez to free up funds for Lookman. Still, major clubs…

Orlando Pirates are having an impressive transfer window. So far, they’ve made 11 signings and are eyeing another key player. After narrowly missing out on the league title last season, Pirates have begun a major squad overhaul. First, they appointed a new head coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, and then announced the arrivals of Sipho Mbule, Masindi Nemtajela, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Tshepo Mashiloane, Sihle Nduli, Tshepang Moremi, Oswin Appollis, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, and Yanela Mbuthuma. Malian midfielder Abdoulaye Mariko and TS Galaxy defender Lebone Seema are also expected to be unveiled soon. However, Pirates aren’t done yet. They’ve invited Zambian striker Enock Sakala, who…

At the AI for Good Summit held in Geneva, Smart Africa mobilized African governments to advance AI policy across the continent. Bringing together representatives from more than ten African countries, Smart Africa introduced a harmonised Model AI Policy Framework aimed at guiding the 70% of African nations that currently lack a national AI strategy. In addition, global partners such as the World Bank, ITU (International Telecommunication Union), and UNESCO pledged technical support to accelerate the implementation of this initiative. During the summit, countries like Kenya, Algeria, and Ghana shared their experiences, while Smart Africa highlighted the lessons learned from implementations…

This development has not only made work easier for those already employed in Africa but has also enabled Africans to gain a more significant position in the global job market. What used to be a niche concept, digital nomadism has transformed into a global trend over the past five years. WHAT IS DIGITAL NOMADISM AND WHO DOES IT INCLUDE? According to data from Nomads.com, there are more than 80 million digital nomads worldwide. These nomads earn an average of $124,000 annually, while spending between $1,000 and $3,000 per month in the countries they reside in. Digital nomads are people who…

AC Milan have stepped up their efforts to sign Nigerian striker Victor Boniface. It has been confirmed that the Italian club has officially entered into talks for the 24-year-old forward. Reports indicate that the player himself is very keen on the move. Boniface caught attention with his impressive performances at Bayer Leverkusen and was one of the key figures in the team’s Bundesliga title-winning campaign. However, the German side recently appointed Erik ten Hag as head coach, replacing Xabi Alonso. Following this managerial change, Boniface may no longer play as crucial a role in the new system. As a result,…

Mozambican left-back Reinildo Mandava has signed a two-year contract with English club Sunderland. The experienced defender, who joined Atletico Madrid from Lille in 2022, had recently become a free agent following the end of his contract with the Spanish side. With this move, Sunderland have completed their fourth signing of the summer as they prepare for their return to the Premier League. Speaking about the transfer, Reinildo said: “It has always been my dream to play in the Premier League. I can’t wait to wear the shirt of a historic club like Sunderland.” “I want to meet the team, fight,…

The young centre-back’s father is Nigerian, and his mother is Bosnian. However, Ugwu currently represents the Netherlands at youth international level. He is eligible to play for four different national teams: Germany, Nigeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the Netherlands. ERIC CHELLE AIMS TO STRENGTHEN THE DEFENCE Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, is looking to reinforce the Super Eagles’ defence ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. He previously succeeded in convincing Felix Agu to choose Nigeria over Germany. Ugwu, for his part, was one of the key players who helped the Netherlands win the UEFA U-19 Championship. After impressing at…

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched PAPSSCARD, introduced as the continent’s first Pan-African card scheme. Businesses across the continent are largely dependent on overseas banking systems to process international payments. This reliance brings significant drawbacks, including higher transaction costs and longer processing times. Experts have identified this as one of the major barriers to the growth of intra-African trade. The rollout of PAPSSCARD is expected to be led by central banks and payment infrastructure providers across Africa. These include the Bank of Kigali, I&M Bank Rwanda, Rswitch, and Unified Payments. Following the launch of this card, competition among card…

The Government of Kenya plans to strengthen digital connectivity and establish links with both Ethiopia and Somalia by constructing a high-capacity fiber optic cable. This cable is expected to be laid along the Isiolo–Mandera corridor as part of the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project (HoAGDP). The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, together with the ICT Authority, has launched an Early Market Engagement (EME) process to consult with stakeholders in the sector. The notice has four main objectives: to inform the market about upcoming procurement opportunities, gather feedback on proposed technical and service delivery requirements, assess capacity…

Ghanaian star Thomas Partey is currently facing legal charges related to alleged crimes committed between 2021 and 2022. According to the allegations, the charges include serious accusations such as rape and sexual assault. However, nothing has been officially proven yet. For this reason, entertainment commentator Lawrence Asiamah, popularly known as “Bullgod”, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the government of Ghana to support Partey during his ongoing legal process. Bullgod highlighted Partey’s significant contributions to Ghanaian football, especially his key role in the country’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. “In these difficult times, we…

The first round of group stage matches has concluded in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Yesterday, South Africa faced Ghana, while Mali played against Tanzania, leading to some changes in group standings. South Africa defeated Ghana 2–0, securing the top spot in their group. They are followed by Mali, who claimed a narrow 1–0 victory over Tanzania. In Group B, Nigeria currently holds the lead after an emphatic 3–0 win over Tunisia. Algeria sits in second place following their win against Botswana. In Group A, Senegal dominated the Democratic Republic of Congo with an impressive 4-goal performance, placing them…

Osimhen has reached an agreement with Galatasaray on a 3+1 year contract. Three clubs were interested in the Nigerian striker. He initially turned down an official offer from Juventus, and later reached an agreement with Galatasaray. After convincing the player, Galatasaray will finalize the transfer once they reach a deal with Napoli. Last season, Osimhen was one of the most crucial pieces in leading his team to the league title with his goal contributions. This season, he will join forces with Leroy Sané and other incoming transfers to help Galatasaray succeed in the Champions League. With this transfer, Galatasaray may…

South Africa’s captain Wiaan Mulder came remarkably close to breaking the record for the highest individual score in Test cricket. Making his debut as captain for South Africa, Mulder scored an impressive 367 runs in the match against Zimbabwe. This total left him just 33 runs short of the iconic 400 scored by legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara in 2004. However, the 27-year-old chose to declare South Africa’s first innings at 626-5, foregoing the opportunity to chase one of the most prestigious records in the history of the game. Despite not breaking the record, Mulder’s score still stands as…

South Sudan has launched the MTN network in the Abuyong Payam area of Lakes State. The Minister of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services, Michael Makuei Lueth, stated that this initiative would significantly ease communication and government operations in rural areas. In addition, the project will facilitate money transfers between the capital and the states, while also enhancing services such as education and healthcare. Following this effort, three more network installations are planned for the Greater Pibor and Cuebet regions. These new networks are also expected to help address security challenges faced by local authorities. However, the project has faced…

Galatasaray is looking to permanently sign Victor Osimhen, who made a huge impact in the league last season. Having already strengthened their attack with the transfer of Leroy Sané, the yellow-reds have made significant progress in the Osimhen deal as well. The Nigerian striker, who recorded 26 goals and 5 assists in 30 Super Lig matches last season, has three major suitors. Among them, Galatasaray has submitted the best offer from Europe. The club is set to hold negotiations for a week to finalize the transfer, which is expected to be completed within this timeframe. If the deal does not…