Author: WAJ Reporter

The Basketball Africa League group stage is continuing in full excitement. On May 25th, the teams that will qualify for the playoffs will be determined. While some teams are already out of contention, others have secured their spots. In the Sahara and Kalahari groups, the results are already finalized. However, in the Nile group, six matches remain—two of which will be played today. In the Sahara group, Tunisian side US Monastirienne finished first with 4 wins and 2 losses in 6 games, securing a place in the playoffs. The runner-up of the group was Angolan team Petro de Luanda. Kriol…

Ademola Lookman, who plays for Atalanta and has recorded 20 goals and 7 assists in 37 matches this season, has been ranked as the 5th best winger among players in Europe’s top five leagues, according to the data analytics platform Data MB. Lookman, who was named Africa’s Footballer of the Year, has continued to improve and elevate his game over the last three seasons. In Data MB’s analysis, the metrics used were non-penalty expected goals (xG) and expected assists (xA). At the top of the list is Egyptian star Mohamed Salah. In second place is Raphinha, followed by young sensation…

Olympique de Marseille is looking to recall Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who was loaned out to Panathinaikos. The 25-year-old has delivered an impressive performance with the Greek side, winning over fans in Athens with his creativity and ball-carrying skills. Marseille must meet the financial targets set by the French football financial watchdog DNCG and UEFA by the June 30 accounting deadline. Club president Pablo Longoria has clearly stated that Marseille needs to generate significant revenue through player sales. While the potential sale of Luis Henrique to Inter Milan for over €20 million may ease the financial pressure, the situation regarding…

The World Boxing Council has donated a state-of-the-art boxing ring to the Malawi Professional Boxing Control Board (MPBCB). The year 2025 was designated as the Year of Africa, and in honor of this occasion, the WBC made this gesture to show appreciation for the impact African boxing has made. This donation was made possible through the joint efforts of the WBC and MPBCB President Lonzoe Zimba. “I’m happy to announce that the ring has arrived,” said Zimba. “I first spoke about this need with WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman in 2022, during a World Boxing Council Convention in Mexico.” “I must…

Mimosa Networks has established a strategic partnership with Cambridge Broadband Networks Africa Limited (CBNLA). As part of this partnership, Mimosa’s product portfolio will be made available to MTN, Africa’s largest mobile network operator. In short, CBNLA will collaborate with Mimosa to deliver products and services to the MTN Group, enabling all MTN locations to access and deploy Mimosa’s high-performance fixed wireless solutions. With nearly 299 million customers in 14 African countries, MTN provides transformative telecommunications solutions to underserved regions. By integrating Mimosa’s cost-effective, fiber-like wireless products, MTN will now be able to deliver faster and more reliable broadband services to…

36-year-old Nigerian centre-back Leon Balogun has expressed his sadness at learning of his Rangers departure without being given the chance to say goodbye to the fans. With his contract set to expire at the end of May, the experienced defender said in an Instagram post that had he known the final two matches were his last for the club, he would have made sure to bid a proper farewell. Balogun made 30 appearances this season, including 21 starts. He previously described playing for Rangers as an “honour, privilege, and pleasure.” However, it now seems that an era is coming to…

Malian midfielder Abdoulaye Doucouré has announced that he will leave Everton at the end of the season after five years at the club. The 32-year-old central midfielder joined the Toffees from Watford in 2020 for £20 million and has made a total of 165 appearances for the club. Abdoulaye Doucouré shared his decision to leave via social media with the following message: “Hi Everton fans – I just wanted to share this message with you: I will be leaving the club at the end of the season.” “After five wonderful years, my time at Everton has come to an end.”…

Qualcomm has announced the startups selected for its 2025 Make in Africa program. The initiative received 435 applications from 19 countries. The program offers mentorship and training focused on 5G, Edge-AI/ML (edge artificial intelligence/machine learning), computing power, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Selected startups will receive access to free hardware platforms, one-on-one mentorship, business coaching, engineering consultations for product development, and guidance on intellectual property protection. These benefits aim to support the development and scaling of deep-tech innovations across the continent. The 10 startups selected for the 2025 cohort and their areas of focus are as follows: At the…

Cameroonian football legend Emmanuel Kundé has passed away. The death of the legendary defender, who earned a total of 102 caps for the national team, was announced by the Cameroon Football Federation. Kundé was part of the iconic 1990 Cameroon squad that became the first African team to reach the quarter-finals of a FIFA World Cup. He also played in the teams that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1984 and 1988. In fact, it was Kundé who took and scored the decisive penalty in the 1988 AFCON final. The president of the country’s football federation, Samuel Eto’o, paid…

South Africa won the U20 AFCON, showcasing a strong and consistent performance throughout the tournament. Several young stars from the South African squad impressed football fans and proved they have a bright future ahead. Young goalkeeper Fletcher Smythe-Lowe stood out by keeping four clean sheets in seven matches. He was named the Goalkeeper of the Tournament, with his standout performances particularly coming in the semifinal and final. Meanwhile, the towering centre-back Tylon Smith dominated aerial duels and was deservedly named the Player of the Tournament. He also scored the crucial goal that sent South Africa into the final. Another key…

In the final week of the Turkish Süper Lig, three Nigerian players were named in the Team of the Week. Among those selected is Victor Osimhen, widely regarded as one of the best players of the season, who scored in Galatasaray’s title-clinching match. The 26-year-old striker netted his 25th league goal and 36th overall of the season with that strike, helping Galatasaray secure their 25th league title. Another Nigerian player included in the Team of the Week is Ibrahim Olawoyin of Rizespor. Rizespor defeated Göztepe 6-3, and Olawoyin contributed significantly with one goal and one assist in the match. The…

Orlando Pirates, who recently parted ways with their head coach and narrowly missed out on three major trophies, have entered a phase of restructuring. According to the latest transfer rumors, Pirates — set to finish second in the South African League — have reportedly reached an agreement with one of the most in-form players in the country this season. Stellenbosch midfielder Sihle Nduli has verbally agreed to join Orlando Pirates. The 29-year-old has delivered highly impressive performances over the past two seasons. Nduli, who had also been linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, has now been secured by Pirates.…

Eliesse Ben Seghir, a young Moroccan talent who came through the ranks of AS Monaco’s youth academy, has attracted attention this season with his impressive performances. According to reports, the 20-year-old winger is looking to leave the club. However, Monaco’s CEO, Thiago Scuro, has expressed his desire to keep the promising player at the club. Unlike his teammate Maghnes Akliouche, who has received offers from major European clubs such as PSG, Manchester United, and Manchester City, Ben Seghir is considered not quite ready for the next step. So far, no official offers have been made for the Moroccan star by…

Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sand Technologies, a global provider of enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. The strategic partnership was unveiled at the Global AI Summit on Africa held in Kigali, Rwanda. The agreement aims to expand the adoption of AI solutions and GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS) infrastructure across the African continent. This initiative will make AI technologies more affordable and accessible for businesses in Africa. “HELPING AFRICANS COMPETE IN A DIGITAL WORLD” Hardy Pemhiwa, Founder and CEO of Sand Technologies, commented on the partnership: “As more…

Taiwo Awoniyi, who plays for Nottingham Forest, was seriously injured but has recovered after surgery. The 27-year-old Nigerian footballer was taken to the hospital after colliding with the post while trying to reach a cross during the match against Leicester. Because of this, he was placed in an induced coma but was awakened on Wednesday evening. His teammate Morgan Gibbs-White celebrated with a shirt bearing the Nigerian striker’s name after scoring a crucial goal in the vital 2-1 victory against West Ham on Sunday. Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo also showed his support by wearing a T-shirt that read, “We…

A campaign against homophobia was launched in France’s top football division, Ligue 1. However, some players openly opposed the initiative, sparking widespread controversy. As a result, several footballers now face potential sanctions. Ahmed Hassan of Le Havre and Olympique Lyonnais midfielder Nemanja Matic both covered the anti-homophobia symbol on their shirts with tape. Meanwhile, another Egyptian player, Mostafa Mohamed of Nantes, refused to play for his team in protest. Jonathan Gradit, a defender for Lens, was also accused of using a homophobic slur in the tunnel during half-time. The Federation President Gave a Strong Response to These Reactions France’s Sports…