Author: WAJ Reporter

South Africa has won the AFCON U-20 tournament, claiming the title for the first time in the country’s history. They secured a 1-0 victory over Morocco thanks to a 70th-minute goal from Gomolemo Leviy Kekana. As a result of this win, Morocco finished as the tournament’s runner-up. Earlier in the day, Nigeria and Egypt faced off in the third-place match. Although Egypt took an early lead in the 3rd minute with a goal from Omar Osama Hassan Hassan, Nigeria equalized in the 47th minute through Bidemi Olalekan Amole. With the score tied at 1-1 after regular time and extra time,…

Mamelodi Sundowns won their league match against Magesi 2-0, with both goals scored by Lucas Ribeiro, securing yet another league title. This marks their eighth consecutive championship win and their tenth in the last twelve seasons. Having claimed the league crown a record 18 times in total, Sundowns have firmly established themselves as not only the most dominant team of recent years but also one of the greatest African clubs of all time. The team could cap off this dream season by defeating FC Pyramids in the CAF Champions League final. With two weeks still remaining in the league campaign,…

Cradle Film Studios Takes a Significant Step Towards Becoming Africa’s Most Advanced High-Tech Film Studio Complex The project has moved into the financing phase after securing investment from South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). First announced in 2022 by Known Associates Group, the project is now one step closer to construction. Joel Chikapa Phiri, Chairman of Known Associates Group, announced at the Cannes Film Festival that groundbreaking is set for January 2026. Phiri emphasized the studio’s significance, stating: “Cradle Film Studios represents a bold new era in African film infrastructure, combining world-class technology with a commitment to sustainability, skills development,…

The Open Institute of Technology (OPIT) announced its commitment to training a new generation of artificial intelligence (AI) professionals. Recognizing the African Union’s call for accelerated investment in digital infrastructure, skills development, and AI research, OPIT is known for offering remote degree programs in AI, data science, computer science, digital business, and cybersecurity. GROWING GLOBAL DEMAND FOR AI SKILLS According to LinkedIn’s 2025 Future of Work Report, global demand for AI skills increased by 38% over the past five years, making OPIT’s initiative in this field highly significant. Students from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, and Rwanda are increasingly…

Former Rwandan Prosecutor General Martin Ngoga has been re-elected as the Chair of the Investigatory Chamber of FIFA’s Ethics Committee. He was re-elected during the 75th FIFA Congress held in Asuncion, Paraguay. This annual congress brings together representatives from all 211 FIFA member associations to discuss major issues affecting global football. At this year’s meeting, alongside Ngoga’s re-election, delegates also addressed upcoming international tournaments, including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup set to take place in the United States. Ngoga was an Experienced Figure for this Position Ngoga initially assumed the role in May 2021, when he was elected during…

Starlink, aiming to expand further across Africa, is increasing broadband access with high internet speeds. However, the company is still facing issues such as capacity limits, regulatory barriers in key markets, and high latency problems. Thanks to its use of LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellites, Starlink can offer average download speeds of over 75 Mbps in countries like Botswana, Eswatini, Rwanda, and Ghana. However, in Kenya, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe, speeds remain below 50 Mbps due to capacity constraints. Additionally, while local Points of Presence (PoPs) in regions like Kenya help reduce latency, regulatory challenges and cost differences still pose significant…

Orlando Pirates, having been eliminated in the CAF Champions League semi-finals, are falling behind in the league title race and have parted ways with head coach Jose Riveiro. The club is looking to rebuild its squad, with striker Fiston Mayele as their primary target. However, to afford Mayele’s transfer, they need to raise around 12 million rand, meaning some key players might have to be sold. If Pirates decide to cash in on either Evidence Makgopa or Tshegofatso Mabasa, they will definitely need a replacement. It’s unlikely both players will stay since neither is guaranteed to start every league match.…

FIFA imposed a football ban on the Republic of Congo in February. The reason for this was third-party interference in the affairs of the country’s football federation, Fecofoot. FIFA described the interference as serious and stated that it constituted “a clear violation of Fecofoot’s obligations” under FIFA’s statutes. As a result, Congo was unable to play their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Tanzania and Zambia. These matches were postponed to a later date following FIFA’s decision. One of the key conditions for lifting the ban was that full control of Fecofoot’s headquarters and other facilities be returned to the…

South Africa national rugby team player Cornal Hendricks has died at the age of 37 after suffering a heart attack. Hendricks had been diagnosed with a heart condition ten years ago. As a result, after playing 12 matches for the national team, he was forced to retire from professional rugby. However, in 2019, after receiving medical clearance from health professionals, he made a return to the field with the Pretoria-based Super Rugby team, the Bulls. Over the course of his 17-year career, Cornal Hendricks played in 233 professional matches. He represented South Africa at the 2013 Rugby World Cup Sevens…

The AFCON U-20 semi-final matches have been played, and the finalists have been determined. South Africa, the host of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and Morocco, which will co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, will compete for the title. The first match of the day was between South Africa and Nigeria, the team that has won this tournament the most times. South Africa won the match with a goal scored by Tylon Smith in the 66th minute. Morocco, on the other hand, managed to defeat host nation Egypt 1-0, with Jones El-Abdellaoui scoring the winning goal in the 78th minute.…

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…