Author: WAJ Reporter

Victor Osimhen’s future has already become one of the most talked-about topics of the summer transfer window. The latest development saw Saudi club Al Hilal open negotiations with Napoli, taking a significant step toward signing the Nigerian striker. The 26-year-old was reportedly offered a staggering annual salary of €45 million. However, according to journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu, Osimhen turned down the offer. The proposed salary was more than double what he currently earns per season, but the striker appeared unwilling to make a move to Al Hilal. Some top Premier League clubs are still showing interest in Osimhen, keeping the door…

Trabzonspor have been interested in Paul Onuachu for quite some time. The Nigerian striker delivered an impressive performance in the 2023/2024 Süper Lig season. He scored 15 goals and provided 4 assists in 21 league appearances for Trabzonspor. However, after returning to England, the forward failed to make the expected impact and managed to score only 4 goals throughout the season. Despite this, Trabzonspor remain determined to make the transfer permanent. Previous reports claimed that Southampton had accepted a €4.5 million offer plus €500,000 in bonuses for the player. However, according to Daily Echo journalist Alfie House, the English club…

The Open Buildings dataset, created by Google Research Africa and offered completely free of charge, provides detailed information on over 1.8 billion structures across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This dynamic dataset delivers up-to-date information for the first time in many of these regions, enabling governments, NGOs, and startups to better understand population needs, plan clinics, design infrastructure, and deliver aid more efficiently and equitably. As a result, access to services for disadvantaged communities becomes significantly easier. Rwanda: Improving Healthcare Accessibility Two recent initiatives in Rwanda and northern Nigeria have demonstrated how impactful projects can emerge from this…

The 2025 COSAFA Cup has officially kicked off. A total of 14 teams are participating in the tournament, and the group stage matches will continue in the coming days. In the opening match, host nation South Africa suffered a 1-0 defeat to Mozambique. In the other game of the day, Mauritius and Zimbabwe played to a 0-0 draw. Today, Malawi will face Lesotho, while Angola will take on Namibia. Group A includes South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mauritius, and Mozambique. Group B features Angola, Malawi, Lesotho, and Namibia. In Group C, Eswatini, Madagascar, and Tanzania are competing, while Group D consists of…

Fenerbahçe, aiming for a major rebuild ahead of next season, is looking to strengthen its attacking line. The top candidate for this role is Victor Boniface — the compatriot of Victor Osimhen, who took the Turkish Süper Lig by storm this year. Standing at 1.90 meters and boasting a powerful physique, the Nigerian forward has caught attention with his clinical finishing ability. Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly demanding a transfer fee of around €40 million. If completed, this would make Boniface the most expensive signing in Turkish football history. Fenerbahçe’s new sporting director, Devin Özek, who previously worked at Leverkusen, could…

The Nigerian government is determined to strengthen the country digitally. As part of its renewed partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), it aims to equip 20 million Nigerian youths with digital skills by the year 2030. Through this initiative, the government hopes to reduce unemployment nationwide, foster innovation, and harness the potential of the country’s young population to drive economic growth. Nigerian youths between the ages of 10 and 24 are expected to benefit most from this opportunity. The project was officially announced by Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, during a high-level meeting with UNICEF representatives at the…

Orlando Pirates, who finished second in the South African Premier Division, have already started working to refresh and strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. Focusing primarily on the midfield, Pirates have agreed deals to sign Sihle Nduli from Stellenbosch FC on a free transfer and Sinoxolo Kwayiba from Chippa United. Now, the club is looking to sign one of the best young forwards in the region — Prince Ndlovu. The young Zimbabwean trained with Pirates when he was just 16 years old. At the time, he was preparing for a move to Europe, but things did not work…

The increase in internet usage across Africa is expected to have a positive impact on the economy. Revenues are projected to reach $180 billion by 2025. However, alongside these benefits, the internet also brings serious dangers. Young people, due to the spread of internet access, are becoming more vulnerable to exploitation. Social media, in particular, plays a major role in this negative development. Teenagers: Primary Targets for Online Predators Abusers often target children aged 12–17 because of their naivety. According to a study conducted by ChildFund International and the Africa Child Policy Forum (ACPF), 13% of children in Kenya who…

With its 23 data centers, Morocco ranks number one in Africa. According to Global Finance Magazine, the country’s desire to secure its data sovereignty has also contributed to the boom in this high-tech and IT sector. In 2020, Morocco’s Digital Development Agency published a roadmap outlining the country’s digital development goals. Following this, various incentives were gradually introduced to promote growth in the sector. First, tax cuts and exemptions were offered under the National Investment Charter. Later, a new law enacted in 2021 made it mandatory for all sensitive data to be hosted within Morocco’s borders. Most data centers in…

Manchester United’s young midfielder Sekou Kone is poised to receive his first senior national team call-up. Mali’s head coach Tom Saintfiet has confirmed that both Kone and Barcelona’s young talent Ibrahim Diarra will soon be called up to the national team. Kone previously contributed to Mali’s third-place finish at the 2023 U17 World Cup. Thanks to his performance in that tournament, the English giant Manchester United began showing interest in him. He was transferred last summer and became a regular player for Manchester United’s U21 team. By the end of the season, Kone had played in 9 matches and scored…

Mamelodi Sundowns were crowned champions in the South African league, and as a result, other top teams are now in a race to build stronger squads for next season. In some cases, this competition even leads to direct battles between the clubs. One such example is the transfer of Masindi ‘Confidence’ Nemtajela, who played for Marumo Gallants. The central midfielder, who scored 1 goal and provided 2 assists last season, was signed by Orlando Pirates, beating their rivals Kaizer Chiefs to his signature. Orlando Pirates made the move to fill the gap left by the departure of Miguel Timm, and…

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs are about to begin, with the remaining eight teams set to face off in knockout matches. In the upcoming quarterfinals, Cape Verde’s Kriol Stars will take on Moroccan giants FUS Rabat on Friday. Ivan Almeida’s Kriol Stars will aim to defeat FUS Rabat, a club that has won the Moroccan league title an impressive 18 times. Another big game on Friday will feature one of the tournament’s most in-form and favored teams, Al Ahli Tripoli of Libya, facing Egyptian powerhouse Al Ittihad Alexandria. Al Ittihad Alexandria boasts talented players such as Kyle Vinales, George…

Nigerian star Samuel Chukwueze, who joined AC Milan with high expectations, has not been able to fully live up to them. His performance, especially this season, declined significantly within the club. The 26-year-old managed to register only 3 goals and 2 assists throughout the season. Because of this, it was widely reported that the Italian club had already decided to part ways with him. Fulham and Villarreal were frequently mentioned as potential destinations for the winger. However, AC Milan has appointed Massimiliano Allegri as the head coach for next season. This change has given Chukwueze a sense of hope. He…

The video game industry in Africa continues to grow with each passing year. This field is no longer just a source of entertainment—it is evolving into a cultural movement and a powerful economic force. One of the clearest examples of this growth is the Gaming Tech Summit Africa 2025, which kicked off this week in Nairobi. The event has brought together regulators, investors, fintech leaders, and developers under one roof. The five-day summit, which runs until June 6, is organized by Velex Advisory. Workshops and panels at the summit are focusing on key issues such as creating employment through game…

Manchester United is very close to signing the Cameroonian star player. Bryan Mbeumo, who scored 20 goals and provided 8 assists in 38 matches this season, became one of the most effective players in the league. Not only Manchester United, but also English giants like Arsenal, Tottenham, and Newcastle have shown interest in him thanks to his impressive performances. According to reliable sports journalist David Ornstein, the transfer is quite close to being finalized: “Bryan Mbeumo has decided he wants to join Manchester United, and #MUFC are now expected to begin talks with Brentford to sign the 25-year-old forward this…

Victor Osimhen has officially become the top scorer of the Turkish Super Lig. He finished the season with 26 goals, five ahead of his closest rival Krzysztof Piatek and six ahead of Youssef En-Nesyri. He also played a crucial role in leading Galatasaray to the league title. The former Napoli star had previously won the Golden Boot in Italy’s Serie A during the 2022–23 season, scoring 26 goals and helping Napoli win the league title for the first time in 33 years. With this latest achievement, Osimhen joins a select group of players who have won Golden Boots in two…