Author: WAJ Reporter

Chelsea want to sign Frank Anguissa, whose contract with Napoli expires this summer. The club is very keen on adding the 29-year-old Cameroonian midfielder to their squad and have already held several rounds of talks to make it happen. If the transfer goes through, it will be a great opportunity for Anguissa to prove himself once again in the Premier League, having previously played for Fulham. Chelsea, currently fighting for a spot in the Champions League, sit on 63 points in the league. In their most recent match, they managed to defeat league champions Liverpool 3-1. If they continue winning…

Airtel Africa has announced a partnership with SpaceX. As part of this agreement, Airtel Africa will be able to offer Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet to its customers across the continent. Thanks to this deal, especially Africans living in remote and underserved areas will finally have access to the internet. In 2025, 600 million people in Africa still lack internet access, which makes this agreement critically important. The rollout will initially begin in countries where connectivity gaps are most severe—Nigeria, Chad, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Con Starlink’s Potential to Expand Internet Access Starlink is…

British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua wants to take over Watford. The 35-year-old professional boxer was born and raised in Watford and still lives there. He is now aiming to acquire a financial stake in the club. Having earned approximately $110 million over his career as a two-time world champion, Joshua is now looking to direct his money into a serious investment. Joshua spoke about this venture, saying, “It’s a serious investment.” “We wanted to move into private equity, venture capital funds. As you earn, naturally you want to save, so instead of spending recklessly, I prefer to invest in certain asset…

Cape Verde aims to become one of West Africa’s leading technology hubs with the TechPark CV project. TechPark CV has been officially launched, and the African Development Bank (AfDB) played a critical role in the project by providing €45.59 million in funding. This amount represents approximately 2% of Cape Verde’s GDP. With its vision of becoming the “Tech Islands of West Africa,” Cape Verde aims to be a strategic center for digital services and innovation that connects Europe, the Americas, and West Africa. 23 Companies Onboard – Space for 1,500 Innovators TechPark CV currently hosts 23 companies and has the…

Kagiso Rabada was provisionally suspended for using a recreational drug. The 29-year-old player was initially facing a three-month ban. However, if Rabada completed a treatment program, he would be eligible to have his suspension reduced to just one month. If successful, he would be available to play for South Africa in the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s in June. Rabada is considered one of the best fast bowlers in the world, making his presence in such a crucial match highly important. The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) define recreational…

Manchester United are seriously interested in Bryan Mbeumo, who has delivered an impressive performance this season. According to The Telegraph, the English giants are reportedly ready to spend €60 million for the 25-year-old Cameroonian winger. The prolific forward has scored 18 goals and provided 7 assists in 35 appearances this season. If he can take his form to the next level, he could make a significant impact in the Premier League. Currently ranked 5th in the league’s top scorer chart, Mbeumo has formed a brilliant partnership with his teammate, DR Congo international Yoane Wissa, and could play an even more…

The World Football Summit (WFS) has published a detailed report on the current state and future of African football. One of the main highlights of the report is Morocco’s role as one of the host nations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. In addition to this, the report presents several other key findings. According to the report, as of 2025, there are more than 650 million smartphone users in Africa. This rapid increase has made the continent home to the fastest-growing mobile football audience in the world. The report also notes that although African women’s football has not yet reached…

Azumah Nelson, born on July 19, 1958, is a Ghanaian boxer who competed professionally. In 1978, he won gold medals in the featherweight division at both the All-Africa Games and the Commonwealth Games. That same year, he was named “Amateur Boxer of the Year” by the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG). Rise to World Champion In 1983, he won all four of his matches. Then in 1984, he knocked out Wilfredo Gómez in the 11th round to become the WBC featherweight champion. He went on to hold the WBC featherweight title until 1987. In 1988, he defeated Mario Martinez…

At the East Africa Chess Championship held in Nakuru County, Kenya, the KCB Chess Team was named the Best Corporate Team. After the team’s victory, KCB’s Martin Njoroge made the following statement: “I am very happy to have won the corporate category with my team. We have an incredible pool of talent, and despite missing some players, we were able to bring the trophy home. After this win, we will focus on the upcoming league that starts next week.” Another KCB player, Boera Felix, finished sixth with four points, while his teammate Joyce Nyaruai placed 12th. This time, she decided…

Kenyan taekwondo athlete Faith Ogallo won the gold medal in the +73 kg category at the African Open Series Zone 5 Championship held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This victory secured her qualification for the upcoming African Taekwondo Championships finals scheduled to be held in Mali later this year. Ogallo overcame opponents from Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Djibouti, Uganda, and Somalia with her technique and strength. Reflecting on her success, she stated: “Taekwondo has shaped my character, built my resilience, and shown me how sport can transform lives.” Ogallo began her sports career in basketball. After switching to taekwondo, she won her…

Mozambique aims to expand digital access within the country. For this reason, it has launched a pilot project to provide connectivity in rural areas using satellite antennas. The project is expected to benefit 15,000 people. Collaboration Between Government and Private Sector The pilot project for rural connectivity is being implemented by the Government through the Communications Regulatory Authority (INCM) and the private sector, with collaboration from BDQ Mobile, Movitel, VANU, and Spacecom. T he new antenna model to be used in the project has a satellite solution that covers an area of 50 km. Minister’s Vision for Digital Inclusion The…

Leeds United finished first in the Championship and secured promotion to the Premier League. As a result, the club is now looking to strengthen its squad through new signings. Club chairman Paraag Marathe assured fans in an interview over the weekend that every penny Leeds is allowed to spend—under PSR regulations—will be spent. Previously, the club had been linked with Marseille captain Leonardo Balerdi, with reports suggesting Leeds is ready to pay £20 million for the defender. In terms of incoming transfers, the club’s main priorities include a goalkeeper, a centre-back, a left-back to replace Junior Firpo, a midfielder, a…

Ethiopian athlete Tilahun Nigussie completed the Belfast Marathon in a time of 2 hours, 13 minutes, and 37 seconds. This performance not only secured him first place but also set a new course record for the event. With this result, Nigussie improved upon the previous record — held by fellow Ethiopian Negewo Ararisa since 2012 — by four seconds. Nigussie started the race strongly, building a significant lead over his competitors early on. He passed the halfway mark in 1:08.40. However, a mishap occurred in the final kilometre when he took a wrong turn. Despite this error, he was quickly…

The AFCON U-20 tournament continues with great excitement. This past weekend, a total of four matches were played. Sierra Leone, who made a strong start to the tournament, defeated Tanzania 1-0. With this victory, they remain unbeaten except for a single draw against Zambia. Sierra Leone now sits at the top of Group A with 7 points. In the other Group A match, Egypt played to a goalless draw against Zambia. Following this result, Egypt has collected only 4 points from their first three games, putting pressure on them in the race for the next round. Group B matches were…

Mamelodi Sundowns, who are on the verge of winning their eighth consecutive PSL title and have reached the CAF Champions League final, are now facing a new challenge. Due to the high performances of their players, European clubs have turned their attention to the South African giants. French Ligue 1 side Lille is reportedly interested in signing Sundowns’ star player Lucas Ribeiro. Ribeiro, who is the frontrunner for the PSL Player of the Year award, could be lured away with a significantly higher offer than what Sundowns are willing to provide. Other Transfer News from South Africa But Lucas Ribeiro…

South Africa national cricket team player Kagiso Rabada has received a provisional suspension after testing positive for drugs. The specific substance found in the test and the duration of the suspension have not been disclosed. Rabada confirmed the report and apologized to his teammates, saying: “I sincerely apologize to everyone I have disappointed. I will never take the privilege of playing cricket for granted. This privilege is far greater than my personal ambitions.” “I am currently serving a provisional suspension and I look forward to returning to the game I love.” He added: “Moving forward, this moment will not define…