Author: WAJ Reporter

The 2026 World Cup qualifiers continue with full excitement. Group A: Sierra Leone vs. Guinea-Bissau Sierra Leone hosted Guinea-Bissau and took the lead with a goal from Mustapha Bundu. In the 61st minute, Musa Kamara doubled the lead to make it 2-0. Guinea-Bissau responded in the 68th minute with a goal from Tamble Monteiro, reducing the deficit to one. However, Ibrahim Turay secured the victory for Sierra Leone with a last-minute goal, making it 3-1. With this win, Sierra Leone climbed to second place with 8 points, just behind Egypt. Despite the loss, Guinea-Bissau remains hopeful, as they also have…

THE BIG PITCH 2025 event, which will be held in South Africa, has opened its applications, as announced by Startup Club ZA. In this competition, 20 different startups will compete for investment and media exposure. The competition will consist of two parts. The first part will take place in Johannesburg in April, while the second part will be held in Cape Town in August. In each city, 10 startups will compete to reach the finals. From the Cape Town event, 5 startups will advance, and from Johannesburg, another 5 will make it to the final. The final will be held…

Angola Cables and the leading global Network as a Service (NaaS) provider, Megaport, have partnered to provide African businesses with seamless, low-latency access to global data centers, cloud solutions, and AI-powered services. Through this partnership, customers will be able to selectively connect to more than 930 data centers and over 300 cloud nodes worldwide via Megaport’s global network infrastructure and Angola Cables’ international network. Additionally, this collaboration will enable Angola Cables and Megaport to interconnect in key global locations such as New York, Miami, and London, granting users on the Angola Cables network access to Megaport’s vast ecosystem of service…

South Africa national team player Joseph Dweba has transferred to the English rugby team Exeter Chiefs. The front-row player will wear the Exeter Chiefs jersey for the 2025-2026 season. He previously played for DHL Stormers, where he had been since 2022. Regarding his transfer, Dweba made the following statements: “I am looking forward to becoming an Exeter Chiefs player.” “I signed for this club because I believe I can be part of something special in the coming seasons.” Exeter Chiefs’ Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter, also shared his thoughts on the transfer: “We are really happy to have completed Joseph’s…

Group I: Central African Republic vs. Madagascar The Central African Republic started strong, taking the lead in the 9th minute with a goal from Hogo Gambor. However, Madagascar quickly responded as Warren Caddy assisted Rayan Raveloson for two goals in the 17th and 21st minutes, turning the game around. Maintaining their dominance, Madagascar extended their lead in the 49th minute through Arnaud Randrianantenaina. Finally, in the 89th minute, Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa sealed the 4-1 victory. With this win, Madagascar moved to the top of the group with 10 points, while the Central African Republic remains at 4 points after five matches.…

Badili has received a $400,000 loan from Proparco to support its refurbished smartphone initiative, aiming to reduce electronic waste, improve digital access, and promote sustainability in Africa’s tech ecosystem. Enhancing Smartphone Accessibility and Connectivity The financing will improve smartphone accessibility in Kenya, strengthen connectivity, and contribute to sustainability efforts. The funding is structured as bridge financing, allowing young and innovative African companies to utilize financial support for up to 24 months to accelerate growth between funding rounds. Environmental and Economic Impact Through Badili’s initiatives, the overexploitation of natural resources is reduced, and valuable materials are repurposed to limit environmental damage.…

West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus is an incredibly talented player, but he has been struggling with poor form this season. He is loved by Ghanaians, he takes great pride in representing his country. The 24-year-old joined the Ghana national team camp on Sunday ahead of their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. However, the star player missed training due to fatigue. Ghana Football Association’s Head of Communications, Henry Asante Twum, explained why Kudus did not participate in Monday’s training: “Kudus arrived on Sunday. He was in the camp, but the coach excused him from the first day’s training.” In…

During the FA Cup match between Preston and Burnley, it was alleged that Preston forward Milutin Osmajic made a racist remark towards Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri. The incident, which took place during the match on February 15, had been under investigation by the English Football Association (FA). Osmajic has now been officially charged, and he has until March 25 to respond. Regarding the incident, the FA released the following statement: “It’s alleged that the forward acted in an improper manner and/or used abusive and/or insulting words towards an opposing player contrary to FA Rule E3.1.” It was further stated that…

Comoros has become the 44th member of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC). AFC, the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, now includes more than two-thirds of African countries in its network. Through this agreement, Comoros may have new opportunities to progress in various critical infrastructure projects. As an island nation located at the crossroads of Africa and the Indian Ocean, Comoros faces unique climate risks. This highlights how important such an organization could be for the country. With the positive opportunities that come with joining AFC, Comoros can collaborate with the Corporation’s network in project development and capital mobilization. Ibrahim Mohamed…

South African agri-tech startup Khula has secured an investment of $6.8 million in the first phase of its Series A funding round. Key investors in this round include South Africa’s Absa Bank, PepsiCo’s Kgodiso Fund, AECI, and E Squared. With this funding, the company is set to enhance its digital platform and transform the agricultural supply chain by directly connecting farmers with buyers. Khula aims to address key challenges in the agricultural value chain through three core components. First, it enables farmers and buyers to connect directly, improving market access. Second, it offers farmers the ability to purchase essential supplies…

Barcelona is considering Victor Osimhen as a replacement for their striker Robert Lewandowski. Despite Lewandowski’s incredible record of 35 goals and 3 assists in 40 matches, he is 36 years old, and Osimhen, who is 10 years younger, could be a good alternative for the Spanish club. Osimhen, who was loaned from Napoli to Galatasaray this season, has continued to deliver top-level performances. The Nigerian striker has scored 26 goals and provided 5 assists in 30 matches. Additionally, he has been a crucial factor in helping his team towards the championship title. In his latest match, he delivered an outstanding…

Southampton FC is in danger of relegation from the Premier League. Due to this, the club has decided to halt contract negotiations with Nigerian forward Paul Onuachu. According to a report from Soccernet.ng, the English side aims to first secure its future in the league before making any further decisions. The 30-year-old striker has been in poor form this season compared to the previous one. He has struggled to get regular playing time in the starting eleven and has recorded only 3 goals and 1 assist in 22 matches. A dditionally, he has just one year remaining on his contract.…

FlySafair has launched a new route between Lanseria International Airport and George Airport in South Africa. The route will operate daily, with a flight departing at 10:10 AM and arriving in George at 12:20 PM. Then, a flight will depart from George at 12:55 PM and arrive back at Lanseria at 14:55 PM. Flights on this route began on March 14, 2025, with ticket prices starting at R1,162. FlySafair stated that George, a small town in the Western Cape, is a gateway to the greater Garden Route and is particularly popular with golf enthusiasts. “George itself is a picturesque, peaceful…

With the start of the international break, the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers continue. In Africa, the teams finishing first in their groups will qualify for the tournament, while the second-placed teams will play one additional playoff match. Tomorrow, three exciting matches will take place as the tournament continues with full intensity. In Group H, the group leader, Tunisia, will aim to gain an advantage in the top spot by defeating Liberia. However, the hosts, Liberia, despite not having a glamorous squad, are a team not to be underestimated. With 7 points, they are currently in 3rd place, and if…

UNESCO and Ghana are forging a partnership to drive AI-powered development in digital education, agribusiness, healthcare, and culture. They are also aiming to make progress in centralized data system initiatives. The visit by UNESCO to Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, marks the beginning of a promising collaboration between both parties. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss how Ghana can strengthen its efforts in the AI and innovation space. Key topics covered included digital education, digital health access, and the digitization of agribusiness. Minister Samuel Nartey George encouraged UNESCO’s support in innovating…

Orlando Pirates, aiming to stop defending champions Sundowns in the South African League, had taken a hit in recent weeks in the title race. They first lost 2-0 to Gallants away, then were held to a 0-0 draw by Stellenbosch despite playing against 10 men. Meanwhile, Sundowns continued their flawless progress, winning despite their heavy schedule, and opened up a 15-point gap over their rivals with four matches in hand. Fans began to believe that the title race was over. However, Orlando Pirates reignited hope by defeating leaders Mamelodi Sundowns 2-1 in yesterday’s match. Pirates started the game quickly, with…