Author: WAJ Reporter

With Esperance’s elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup, only one African team remains in the tournament. In a match played earlier this morning, the Tunisian side suffered a heavy defeat against Chelsea and bid farewell to the competition. The first half was going relatively well for Esperance, but things quickly turned around in stoppage time. Chelsea took the lead after a free-kick from Enzo Fernandez was headed into the net by defender Tosin Adarabioyo. Just two minutes later, Liam Delap — Chelsea’s new signing — scored his first goal for the club to double the lead. In the dying…

Two African teams were eliminated during the group stage of the FIFA Club World Cup. Wydad was the first to exit the tournament, failing to earn any points. Yesterday, following an eight-goal thriller between Porto and Al Ahly, the Egyptian side also bowed out of the competition. The match ended in a 4-4 draw. The game was played at a very high tempo, with the lead constantly shifting between the two sides. The opening goal came in the 15th minute from the star of the match, Wessam Abou Ali, giving Al Ahly a 1-0 lead. Rodrigo Mora responded just eight…

Kirsty Coventry, the first woman and first African to become President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has officially assumed her role. Coventry, who won two Olympic gold medals in swimming for Zimbabwe during her athletic career, was elected president in the elections held in March. She succeeds Thomas Bach, who won Olympic gold in team fencing in 1976. At the official handover ceremony held on Monday at the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, Coventry presented Bach with the Olympic Order in gold. The event was attended by over 700 guests, including political leaders, athletes, delegates, IOC members, and staff.…

Starlink had frozen registrations in certain areas of Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It has now been announced that registrations have reopened in these regions. This freeze lasted for seven months, and some areas have now been freed from these restrictions. New registrations can now be made in Nairobi and its surroundings, Lusaka, Kano, Port Harcourt, Warri, Accra, and various parts of Zimbabwe. The reason for the restriction was the high demand for Starlink services combined with limited bandwidth capacity. Starlink had announced that its network capacity was full and that it could not accept new users. Although this…

Sixteen inventions will compete for the 2025 Royal Academy of Engineering Africa Prize. While the winners will receive over $80,000 in prize money, the benefits of this platform for entrepreneurs go far beyond that. The prize helps engineering projects that aim to solve Africa’s challenges and offer high economic impact gain visibility. Thanks to this exposure, many of these startups are able to attract larger investments in the future. Previous finalists have collectively raised close to $40 million in funding. This year’s competition features several highly creative inventions. One standout is the self-driving “FarmBot” developed by 30-year-old Togolese engineer Sam…

To strengthen their attacking line, Manchester United have increased their offer for Cameroonian winger Bryan Mbeumo — who had a standout season last year — to £60 million. Previously, the Red Devils had submitted a £45 million bid, which was rejected. United, who finished last season dangerously close to the relegation zone, made their first summer signing in the forward department by bringing in Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million. Although United have the financial capacity to complete the deal, they still need to convince the player. Mbeumo is highly popular across Europe, and several major clubs are seriously…

Angola Cables signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MEO Wholesale Solutions to strengthen the connection between their data center networks and expand the scope of telecommunications services. Through this partnership, the Points of Presence (PoPs) between the MEO LDV Data Center in Portugal and the AngoNAP Fortaleza Data Center in Brazil will be connected via submarine fiber optic capacity. Both organizations aim to promote the complementarity of their infrastructures and develop joint solutions for business customers and global operators. The collaboration will focus on areas such as submarine cables, IP connectivity, and international Pop2Pop interconnection networks between data centers.…

Head coach Jose Riveiro, who achieved great success in his final seasons with Orlando Pirates, has failed to secure a win in his first two matches at the FIFA Club World Cup with his new team Al Ahly. As a result, he has come under heavy criticism in the media. In the group stage, Al Ahly drew their opening match against Inter Miami and lost 2-0 to Palmeiras. Now, in order to qualify for the round of 16, they must defeat Porto on Tuesday. For Al Ahly, this tournament has also served as a tool to recognize the shortcomings in…

Due to the growing electricity industry in Africa, energy demand is increasing day by day. In response to this demand, green energy is becoming more prominent. By 2034, the demand for new energy sources is expected to increase eightfold. Solar power capacity alone is projected to reach 144 GW. Most of these solar energy storage systems share three main characteristics. First and foremost, they carry high safety risks. High voltage, power, and energy levels create significant risks during production, installation, and operation & maintenance (O&M). This requires extremely high standards in personnel qualifications and safety regulations. Secondly, these storage stations…

Wydad Casablanca Eliminated by Juventus as Yildiz Shines Bright Moroccan side Wydad Casablanca were knocked out of the tournament following a 4-1 defeat to Juventus, largely due to a stellar performance from Kenan Yildiz. The young Turkish star scored twice and assisted another, extinguishing all hopes for Wydad. Just six minutes into the match, Yildiz’s powerful shot deflected off Abdelmounaim Boutouil and found the back of the net. As the ball changed direction, the goal was officially credited as an own goal by the Wydad defender. However, Yildiz returned to the spotlight in the 16th minute with a brilliant strike…

At the IFAF Africa Flag Football Continental Championships, Nigeria emerged as the winner in both the men’s and women’s categories. The men’s team narrowly defeated Egypt 13-12 in a thrilling final, while the Nigerian women’s team comfortably beat Morocco 26-12. Tunisia secured third place in the men’s tournament, while Egypt took the bronze in the women’s competition. With these victories, both Nigerian teams earned direct qualification for the 2026 IFAF Flag Football World Championships. In this global tournament, 16 teams from each gender will compete, and Nigeria will now have the opportunity to fight for the championship title. This was…

Tottenham have taken steps to sign Adem Zorgane, who currently plays for Belgian side Sporting Charleroi. The 25-year-old midfielder is considered one of the best number sixes in the league. He joined the club in 2021 and has delivered consistent and impressive performances since then. The young Algerian has now informed his club that he wants to move to a different team. It is reported that Sporting Charleroi do not intend to stand in his way. According to DZ Foot, Charleroi are demanding €10 million for the player. Tottenham are financially capable of meeting this price without any difficulty. Royal…

MC Alger drew 0-0 with MC Magra yesterday and secured the league title. However, during the celebrations after the match, three fans tragically lost their lives after falling from the upper stands of the 5 July Stadium. The cause of the fall was the collapse of a security barrier, which gave way as fans surged forward to celebrate. As the barrier broke, dozens of supporters fell onto the lower tier and were injured. The Algerian Ministry of Health stated that more than 70 people were treated in hospitals, with most of them later being discharged. MC Alger, who won the…

The Senegalese Women’s National Basketball Team had planned to hold a training camp in the United States. However, the plan was cancelled after the team members’ visa applications were rejected by the U.S. authorities. In response to this decision, Senegal’s Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced that the training camp would now take place in the capital city, Dakar. Sonko described Dakar as “a sovereign and conducive setting,” in contrast to the United States. VISA CRISIS AND EXPANDING TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS The visa denial came at a time when the United States was reportedly planning to impose travel restrictions on 25 African…

Toyota’s insurer, Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance, has filed a R6.5 billion lawsuit against the KwaZulu-Natal provincial government, Transnet, and the eThekwini Municipality over damages caused to the Prospecton plant during the 2022 floods. Toyota South Africa Motors’ (TSAM) insurer claims that the factory suffered extensive damage because the flood prevention infrastructure was not properly maintained. According to court papers, out of the R6.5 billion claim, R4.5 billion is sought for repairs and reconstruction, while R2 billion is claimed for business interruption losses. Although TSAM is named as the official plaintiff, it is actually Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire…

Trabzonspor have made significant progress in the Paul Onuachu transfer. The Nigerian striker, who moved to Southampton two years ago, failed to make the expected impact in England. The following season, he was loaned to Trabzonspor, where he rediscovered his form, scoring 17 goals and providing 4 assists in the Turkish Super Lig. His performances quickly turned him into a fan favorite. Due to his strong impact, Trabzonspor aimed to sign him permanently. However, the move did not materialize at the time, as the English club demanded a high transfer fee. This season, with Onuachu struggling with injuries and Southampton…