Author: WAJ Reporter

Nigeria emerged as the winner of the Unity Cup. The final match ended 2-2 in regular time, and Nigeria won in the penalty shootout. In the 9th minute, Moses Simon gave Nigeria the lead. Just three minutes later, Kaheim Dixon equalized to make it 1-1. Early in the second half, AC Milan star Samuel Chukwueze put Nigeria ahead 2-1. However, Jamaica’s Jon Russell struck in the 63rd minute to level the score again. The match finished 2-2 after regular time with no further goals. The game went to penalties, where a total of 10 spot-kicks were taken, with 9 successfully…

Galatasaray wants to sign their Nigerian star permanently as his loan spell nears its end. For this reason, the club is planning to offer the striker €15 million per year. Osimhen has become a fan favorite over the past year, scoring an impressive 47 goals and providing 8 assists in 41 matches. Once his loan deal is completed, he is expected to return to Napoli—but Galatasaray plans to make a new offer at that point. “WE DEVELOPED PROJECTS TO SIGN HIM” Galatasaray Vice President Kavukçu had previously stated that they are ready to do whatever it takes to sign Osimhen…

Jacques Vermeulen, currently playing for Exeter Chiefs, is set to join Sale Sharks next season. With Sale proving to be a more competitive team in recent years, the South African back-row sees this move as a potential gateway to reigniting his international career. New Team, New Opportunities Speaking to BBC Sport, Vermeulen shared his hopes of one day representing South Africa at the highest level: “I still want to play international rugby. If I ever get the opportunity to play for the Springboks, it would be a dream come true.” He believes being part of a strong, trophy-contending team like…

South Sudan has joined the Smart Africa Trust Alliance (SATA), becoming the 17th country to sign the declaration aimed at enhancing digital services across the continent. This significant step was formalized by South Sudan’s Minister of Information, Communication Technology (ICT) and Postal Services, Hon. Michael Makuei Lueth, alongside Smart Africa CEO Lacina Koné. With this move, South Sudan has taken an important step forward in its digital transformation journey. The country is now in a position to establish trusted connections with other member states and move more confidently toward creating a unified framework that promotes digital trust. SATA plays a…

In the Unity Cup semi-final, Dessers caught attention once again after scoring a beautiful goal and responded to transfer rumors. This season, Dessers scored 18 goals and became the top scorer in Scotland, winning the Golden Boot award. The 30-year-old striker responded to questions about his potential inclusion in the Nigerian national team: “I don’t make the selections,” “There is strong competition in the forward line — we really have very good players. All I can do is perform well at my club and score goals.” “When I get called up to the national team, I try to give my…

Manchester United’s Ivorian star winger Amad Diallo was staying at a hotel with his team as part of their post-season tour. During this time, tensions arose between him and Malaysian fans. Amad Diallo was seen making an obscene hand gesture towards the supporters. Manchester United stated that their player made the gesture after being subjected to “serious personal abuse” by fans in Malaysia. The young Ivorian star explained that the gesture was a reaction to severe insults about his mother, and made the following statement on X regarding the incident: “I have respect for people but not for the one…

The Republic of Guinea-Bissau has made significant progress in its efforts to digitally transform its healthcare system. One of the key steps was the official visit of Public Health Minister Engr. Pedro Tipote to the headquarters of Antares Vision Group. The visit aimed to strengthen the strategic partnership agreement signed last February. Both parties share a common goal: to build a healthcare ecosystem that ensures transparency and traceability across the pharmaceutical supply chain. The project’s scope goes beyond pharmaceutical safety—it also aims to set a new standard for healthcare innovation across West Africa. At the heart of the collaboration lies…

The 2025 league season has concluded in many countries, but in Africa, major football events will continue to take place until the end of the year. Most notably, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, standing out as the continent’s premier tournament. The AFCON draw will take place on 27 January in Rabat, the capital of Morocco. A total of 24 nations will participate in the tournament. The host countries will include Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Sudan, and Comoros. Another major event on the horizon for the continent is the…

Al Ahly secured their championship title by defeating Pharco 6-0 in the final match of the season. In the championship game, Palestinian forward Wessam Abou Ali scored four of the six goals and became the star of the match. The other goals were scored by Hussein El Shahat and Emam Ashour. Following this victory, Al Ahly finished the league in first place with 58 points. Their rivals, FC Pyramids, won their match against Ceramica Cleopatra 5-1, but this result was not enough for them. Starting the season under Marcel Koller, the Red Devils were led by interim coach Emad El-Nahhas…

The Unity Cup finalists have been decided. In the last semi-final match, Nigeria managed to defeat Ghana 2-1. It was Nigeria who started the game on the front foot. In the 14th minute, experienced striker Cyriel Dessers scored a brilliant goal after converting a well-placed assist from Ismaila Sodiq. Just five minutes later, Ghanaian defender Razak Simpson, under intense pressure, scored an own goal, making it 2-0 in favor of Nigeria. Although Ghana pushed forward, the score remained the same until the 70th minute. Ghana’s only goal came from Brandon Thomas Asante, and the match ended 2-1. Nigeria will now…

Mindware, one of the leading value-added distributors (VAD) in the Middle East and Africa, has officially launched its East Africa operations with a major event in Nairobi on May 27, 2025. This move marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to boost digital growth across the continent. Regional Center: Nairobi Office to Serve Five Countries The newly established Nairobi office will act as a strategic hub for East Africa, covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia. The launch event brought together over 200 channel partners, industry leaders, and top vendor representatives, showcasing Mindware’s strong commitment to the region’s technological…

Algerian player Rayan Ait-Nouri, who can play as both a left-back and wing-back, is wanted by Manchester City. The 23-year-old currently plays for Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers and has already proven himself as a reliable performer. Regarded as one of the best left-backs in the league, Ait-Nouri stands out with both his defensive solidity and attacking contributions. Manchester City currently lack a top-quality left-back, and the Algerian—who has contributed 12 goals this season—could be exactly what they need. However, City are not the only club interested in signing him. Liverpool, their biggest rival over the past decade, are also…

In recent years, cryptocurrencies have gained significant recognition around the world. As a result, crypto companies are reaching more and more customers each year. One of these companies aiming for global expansion is Blockchain.com. Blockchain.com is now setting its sights on Africa and is planning to open a new office in Nigeria. However, their expansion does not stop there. In the coming period, the company also aims to focus on Ghana, South Africa, and Kenya. This UK-based crypto exchange is looking to grow its presence in these markets. The company plans to open a physical office in Nigeria, which it…

The Egyptian Premier League title will be decided today. In the league’s playoff format, five final matches will be played — four today, Wednesday, and one on Saturday. Both Pyramids FC and Al Ahly still have hopes of lifting the trophy. However, Al Ahly appear to have the upper hand, having built strong momentum in recent matches. If Al Ahly manage to secure a win against Pharco today, they will clinch their 45th league title. Pyramids FC, on the other hand, must rely on Al Ahly dropping points. Should Al Ahly fail to win and Pyramids FC come out victorious…

In the Unity Cup semi-final, Jamaica faced off against Trinidad & Tobago. The match, filled with goals, started in thrilling fashion. Jamaica took a 2-0 lead with a penalty by Kasey Palmer in the 24th minute and a composed finish by Rumarn Burrell in the 53rd minute. However, Trinidad & Tobago managed to stage a comeback. Goals from Issiah Leacock and Kevin Molino brought the score level, setting up a tense finale. The match continued at a high pace, and just when extra time seemed inevitable, Jamaica was awarded another penalty in the dying seconds of stoppage time. Richard King…

After finishing third in the league behind Napoli and Inter, Atalanta’s coach Gian Piero Gasperini has set a clear condition for signing a new contract: at least two of Ademola Lookman, Ederson, or Mateo Retegui must remain at the club. The experienced coach believes that the potential departure of Lookman, who was recently crowned Africa’s Best Player, can only be somewhat compensated if both Ederson and Retegui stay. Having served as Atalanta’s head coach for the past nine years, Gasperini is considered one of the key architects—if not the most important—of the club’s recent success. Because of this, Atalanta may…