Author: WAJ Reporter

Legend Internet has launched Nigeria’s first Fibre-to-the-Room (FTTR) service, enabling Nigerians to access ultra-fast and consistent connectivity directly in individual rooms within homes and businesses. This development is considered a major milestone for Nigeria’s broadband infrastructure. Thanks to this service, users’ digital experiences are expected to improve significantly. With the launch of its FTTR service, Legend is anticipated to reinforce its position as a leader in Nigeria’s digital transformation by offering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern homes and businesses. Nigeria is a developing country with tremendous potential. As the most populous nation in Africa and one…

Nigerian star Victor Osimhen has become the highest-scoring foreign player in a single season in Galatasaray history. Despite the season not being fully completed, the prolific striker has already netted 36 goals across all competitions, surpassing the 35-goal record set 24 years ago by Mário Jardel. Watching the match, Jardel greeted Osimhen’s record-breaking goal with joy and applauded the Nigerian forward. The 26-year-old currently leads the Turkish Süper Lig scoring chart with 24 goals. He has also scored six goals in the UEFA Europa League and five in the Turkish Cup. With a brace in yesterday’s final, Osimhen not only…

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye shared his vision for the country’s digital future and the policy he plans to implement during his speech at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan. Speaking at the opening of the two-day event, Faye referred to his visit to Silicon Valley in October and introduced a plan he calls the “Digital New Deal.” The plan aims to strengthen Senegal’s economic and technological independence. Three Pillars of Digital Sovereignty At the core of the strategy are three main pillars: control of infrastructure, control of the regulatory framework, and skills development. Faye emphasized the need for a…

The AFCON U-20 semi-final matches will be played today. The tournament follows a single-elimination format, and today’s winners will qualify for the finals, which will take place on Sunday, May 18. The first match of the day will be between Nigeria and South Africa. Nigeria had to overcome last year’s champions Senegal via a penalty shootout to reach this stage of the competition. On the other hand, South Africa recovered well after a 4-1 loss to tournament hosts Egypt in the group stage, managing to make it all the way to the semi-finals. Both teams are in impressive form, and…

South African Dricus du Plessis, the only current African UFC champion, will defend his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev. The highly anticipated bout is set to take place on August 16 in Chicago. Russian fighter Chimaev comes into the fight with an undefeated record of 14-0. Meanwhile, Du Plessis, who won the title from Sean Strickland in January 2024, has successfully defended it twice and will be aiming for a third consecutive defense. Despite Du Plessis’ impressive record, Chimaev is seen as a slight favorite going into the match. The clash between these two elite fighters will headline UFC 319…

Cape Verde officially unveiled TechPark CV this week. With this project, the island nation aims to become a hub for digital services. The initiative is supported by a €45.59 million ($50 million) investment from the African Development Bank. The project aims to create up to 1,500 jobs. Cape Verde is a country made up of 10 islands with a population of just over 500,000. While it may seem geographically disadvantaged in becoming a tech hub, it is actually in a highly strategic location. The country is just one hour by air from Senegal, three hours from Portugal, and three and…

South Africa will face Australia in the World Cricket Test Championship Final in June. Ahead of the exciting match, South Africa has announced its squad. Temba Bavuma will captain the team, and Lungi Ngidi, who had been sidelined due to a groin injury, returns to the squad. Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, and Aiden Markram will form the top-order batting options, while rising star Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, and captain Bavuma will strengthen the middle order. The all-rounders in the team are Wiaan Mulder and Marco Jansen. Behind the stumps will be Kyle Verreynne. The fast-bowling lineup will feature Kagiso…

Airtel Uganda, one of Uganda’s leading telecommunications companies, has contributed UGX 37.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF). This reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding digital access across the country and indirectly bridging the digital divide. This contribution represents 2% of the company’s gross annual revenue. “WE ARE NOT JUST BUILDING INFRASTRUCTURE, WE ARE BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES” After making this contribution, Airtel Uganda’s Managing Director, Soumendra Sahu, explained the company’s vision: “This contribution is not just about fulfilling a license obligation. It is a deliberate and strategic investment in Uganda’s digital future, a future where every…

Despite struggling with injuries this season, Victor Boniface remains a valuable striker, and English club Newcastle United have shown strong interest in him. The 24-year-old has managed to score 11 goals and provide 2 assists in 27 appearances this season. The Nigerian forward is under contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2028. Boniface is known for using his physicality well and is capable of creating goal-scoring opportunities for himself with ease. However, he sometimes struggles to maintain consistency. Boniface is also effective in the air, but one of his weaknesses is his inability to link up play efficiently in the final…

Raphael Onyedika, who has been delivering outstanding performances for Club Brugge, is attracting increasing interest from major clubs as time goes on. According to recent transfer rumors, West Ham United has now joined the race to sign the Nigerian midfielder. Onyedika’s versatility and strong all-round displays had previously caught the attention of European giants such as Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and AC Milan. WEST HAM WANT TWO YOUNG TALENTS FROM BRUGGE Now, West Ham United is planning to bolster their midfield by signing both Onyedika and Swiss international Ardon Jashari, aiming to form a highly competitive central unit. The chemistry…

Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi was placed in an induced coma during the first phase of surgery following an abdominal injury. The 27-year-old, who plays for Nottingham Forest, collided with the goalpost on Sunday during the 2-2 draw against Leicester while trying to reach a cross from Anthony Elanga. He underwent surgery the following day, and the procedure is still ongoing. The full operation is expected to be completed on Wednesday. Nottingham Forest released a statement saying the surgery went well and that the player is currently recovering. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis stepped onto the pitch after the match to express…

Technology makes our daily lives easier in many areas, and food is one of them. A Tanzanian-based company with regional growth ambitions, East African Foods (EAF), is a startup that applies this technology. With their recent decisions, they are now using digital tools to expand their operations and enter new markets. They are Highly Regarded in Tanzania EAF sources its products — such as potatoes, bananas, plantains (cooking bananas), and onions — from smallholder farmers in Tanzania’s Southern Highlands, including Moshi-Kilimanjaro, Njombe, and Mbeya. These goods are mostly sold to small-scale retailers in Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, and Zanzibar. Currently,…

In France’s Ligue 1, one of the top five leagues in the world, Moroccan full-back Achraf Hakimi has been named the African Player of the Year. The Marc-Vivien Foé Award, presented by FRANCE 24 and RFI, was given to the 26-year-old for his outstanding performances. Hakimi played a key role in Paris Saint-Germain’s league title victory and their progression to the Champions League final. In the voting process, he beat Ivorian forward Evann Guessand of Nice and Senegalese midfielder Habib Diarra of Strasbourg. He succeeds Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Gabon, who won the prize in 2024 while playing for Marseille. The…

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has delivered an outstanding performance this season, has become a beloved figure among Galatasaray fans. In an effort to keep him at the club, supporters have launched a large-scale campaign urging him to stay. Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan following a disagreement with his former club, Napoli. He is currently the top scorer in the Turkish Süper Lig and one of the key players driving Galatasaray toward the league title. To show their support, fans created the hashtag campaign #StayWithUsOsimhen, which quickly gained traction and became a trending topic across Turkey. Many clubs…

Last year, total investment in technology startups across Africa dropped by over 50%, falling to $1.1 billion. Only 200 startups benefited from this investment, and the biggest reason behind the decline was the tightening of global capital. In comparison, 406 startups received a combined $2.4 billion in 2023, clearly showing how unproductive 2024 was for the continent’s tech ecosystem. But this was not the only negative factor. In 2023, there were 527 active investors, but this number dropped to 346 in 2024. Back in 2022, the number had reached 987, indicating a sharp and consistent decline in investor participation. Moreover,…

Espérance have been crowned champions of Tunisia for the 2024/2025 season. With just one week left in the league, they secured their 34th title in history by thrashing Olympique Béja 5-0. Their rivals, Étoile Métlaoui, drew 1-1, which allowed Espérance to extend the points gap to 5. With the final league match against Monastir, Espérance has already mathematically clinched the title, regardless of the outcome. Maher Kanzari, who took over the team after a period of instability, was one of the key architects of this success. When Kanzari took charge in the 6th matchday, Espérance was in 6th place with…