Author: WAJ Reporter

GITEX Africa continues in full swing in Marrakesh, Morocco, where various countries and companies are showcasing their digital transformation efforts. One of the highlights came from Mehdi Kettani, CEO of DXC CDG, who praised Morocco’s excellent management of the event. In an interview with MAP, Kettani stated, “Morocco is increasingly emerging as a destination for IT outsourcing services, particularly for international markets.” He also emphasized the excellence of Moroccan talent, highlighting that the company supports transformation processes through digital infrastructure services—including data centers, cybersecurity, cloud, servers, and storage—as well as tailored business applications. DXC CDG has established an Artificial Intelligence…

Chinese multinational company Huawei has opened a smart warehouse facility in South Africa, focused on green energy, e-security, and modern logistics. Equipped with state-of-the-art warehouse management systems, the facility also features artificial intelligence for access control. Huawei South Africa CEO Will Meng shared insights about the facility, which was inaugurated in Johannesburg: “The warehouse facility is split into two sections, one section is dedicated to in and outbound tech movement, while the other section handles localized supplies and spare parts.” “Huawei boasts a robust global supply chain, with approximately 1,400 warehouses spanning over five million square meters.” “We hope that…

Two major European clubs are in a transfer battle for Nigeria’s national team goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye. The Udinese shot-stopper has attracted interest from Premier League side Bournemouth and Italian giants AC Milan. According to Africafoot, Bournemouth have submitted a €13 million offer for the in-form goalkeeper, who has caught the eye with his impressive performances throughout the season. AC Milan’s interest, however, dates back to 2023, when the Rossoneri attempted to sign him but failed to reach an agreement with Udinese. Okoye’s current contract runs until 2028. While Udinese would prefer to keep their number one goalkeeper, a tempting offer…

Jacques Henry Kallis, born on October 16, 1975, is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time and among the finest all-rounders the game has ever seen. A right-handed batsman and a right-arm fast-medium swing bowler, Kallis holds the unique distinction of being the only cricketer in history to score over 10,000 runs and take more than 250 wickets in both ODI and Test cricket. With 45 Test centuries, he ranks as the third-highest run-scorer in Test history. Additionally, his 23 “Man of the Match” awards in Test cricket remain an all-time record. Early Career and Rise…

Young Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, currently on loan at Sampdoria, could return to his parent club Inter Milan at the end of the season. Akinsanmiro has delivered a solid performance for the Serie B side this season. Despite playing in midfield, he has contributed with one goal and one assist. Although his primary position is central midfield, he has occasionally played in a more advanced attacking midfield role, offering his team tactical flexibility. For this reason, Inter Milan might consider him as a rotational player in the future. However, Sampdoria hold a buy option in the loan deal. The club’s…

Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Sam George, has firmly stated that the nation’s 5G rollout must happen by June 2025. The launch, originally planned for December 2024, was later postponed to January 2025. Now, the minister insists that there can be no more delays — Ghana must officially enter the 5G era. NGIC Holds Exclusive 5G Rights in Ghana Until 2034 The Next Generation Infrastructure Company (NGIC) holds the exclusive license to build and operate 4G and 5G infrastructure in Ghana for the next ten years. Awarded in 2024, this license means that no other telecom operator…

Gabonese footballer Aaron Boupendza has passed away. The player fell from the 11th floor of an apartment building in China, and there are still several mysteries surrounding his death. It remains unclear whether the incident was a suicide, an accident, or the result of a domestic dispute. His club, Chinese Super League side Zhejiang FC, stated that Boupendza had not attended training for several days and that they had been unable to reach him. Previously, Boupendza had been sidelined for disciplinary reasons and was later transferred to Zhejiang for a fee of €800,000. During his time at the club, he…

Didier Drogba was born on March 11, 1978, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. To ensure he received proper care, his family sent him to live with his uncle, Michel Goba, a professional footballer, in France. After three years, young Drogba returned to Ivory Coast, but when his parents lost their jobs, he went back to his uncle. It was during these formative years that he discovered football. At 15, he began playing for Levallois, a semi-professional club in France, initially as a right-back before transitioning to striker on his uncle’s advice. Early Steps in His Professional Career After finishing school, Drogba…

One of the most popular and reliable experts in transfer rumors, Fabrizio Romano, has broken his silence regarding Victor Osimhen’s future. According to the Italian transfer guru, Osimhen will begin evaluating transfer options in May. Currently on loan at Galatasaray, Osimhen has been delivering an outstanding performance, which has already caught the attention of several European giants. The Nigerian striker has scored 29 goals and provided 6 assists in 33 appearances. Despite the swirling transfer rumors, Osimhen remains focused on helping Galatasaray win the league title. As a result, Galatasaray is eager to sign the forward on a permanent basis.…

Borussia Dortmund put on an impressive performance against Spanish giants Barcelona. Guinean striker Serhou Guirassy managed to score a hat-trick in this thrilling encounter. However, despite the strong result, Dortmund had suffered a heavy defeat in the first leg, which ultimately led to their exit from the tournament. Barcelona, who traveled to Germany with a 4-0 advantage from the first leg, were stunned when Guirassy scored a cheeky Panenka penalty in the 11th minute. This early goal gave Dortmund a morale boost, but they were unable to find another goal before the end of the first half. Just four minutes…

Siya Kolisi, the captain of the South African national rugby team, is considered a living legend in the world of rugby. He grew up in the Zwide township in Port Elizabeth. His mother passed away when he was 15 years old, after which he was raised by his grandmother, Nolulamile. Kolisi had shown talent in rugby from a young age, and at the age of 12, he was discovered by talent scouts during a youth tournament. He was later accepted on a scholarship to Grey Junior School in Port Elizabeth and continued on scholarship to Grey High School. Throughout high…

Africa’s booming tech ecosystem gears up for investment and partnership opportunities The ninth edition of the Africa Tech Summit London is set to take place on June 6, 2025, at the prestigious London Stock Exchange, bringing together key stakeholders to accelerate investment and strategic partnerships within Africa’s rapidly evolving tech sector. Following three consecutive sold-out years, the summit will once again welcome over 350 leaders, including founders, investors, corporate executives, and policymakers. Supported by global tech giants such as Amazon Web Services, Flutterwave, Tola Mobile, and 4G Capital, the event will feature keynote speeches, sector-specific panels, fireside chats, and high-impact…

Experienced coach Gavin Hunt, who has previously managed major South African clubs such as SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs, shared his thoughts on some of the top players in the league during an interview with SuperSport TV. According to him, Ribeiro—despite being a popular and widely praised player right now—would struggle to perform in a smaller team due to his lack of discipline. “Ribeiro scores goals, but if you put him in Magesi, he will struggle. He would need to work harder there,” said Hunt. He went on to praise Teboho Mokoena, saying: “Teboho Mokoena is the best player in…

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has praised Fulham, currently 9th in the Premier League, and singled out Nigerian star Alex Iwobi as one of their top performers this season. Fulham have managed to take points off big teams like Tottenham, Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Arsenal. If they manage to win all of their remaining games, they have a strong chance of qualifying for European competitions next season. Former Arsenal player Iwobi is having the best season of his career so far. He has contributed 8 goals and 5 assists in 32 matches. With six games still left in the season, the…

The Death of a Legend and a Stirring Interview Christian Chukwu, the Nigerian football legend fondly known as “Chairman,” passed away on Saturday. Just one month before his death, the Nigerian icon had given an exclusive interview to The Athletic NG. In the interview, Chukwu revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had owed him a significant sum for a long time. However, the NFF has denied these claims. NFF Denies All Allegations: “No Documents, No Debt” NFF General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi stated that the allegations were baseless and unsupported by documentation: “There is no record in the NFF of…

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Fireboy DML has made a controversial statement likely to spark reactions among football fans. Despite Nigeria’s superior individual talents, Fireboy claimed that the Ghanaian national team is a better team overall. Speaking on the 90s Baby Show podcast, the artist highlighted a key difference between the two teams — their midfield. He praised Thomas Partey for his quality and leadership, especially citing his performance against Real Madrid during Arsenal’s Champions League clash. “Right now, Ghana is a better team [than Nigeria’s Super Eagles]. Individually, we [Nigerians] are better. But as a team, Ghana is better.” “For some…