Author: WAJ Reporter

Spanish star Alvaro Morata has announced that he will not remain at Galatasaray if striker Victor Osimhen leaves the club. The forward, who is on loan from AC Milan, has a contract with Galatasaray until January 20, 2026. Morata has built strong chemistry with Osimhen since his arrival. He previously praised the Nigerian striker, saying: “Osimhen is a great person and one of the best centre-forwards in the world. I hope we will all celebrate the championship together. This is an incredible country, my family is very happy here, I want it to continue like this.” When asked about the…

Eseosa Sule, who is wanted by several strong clubs from different leagues, may choose to renew his contract with West Bromwich Albion. Despite interest from Newcastle United, Brentford, AFC Bournemouth, and Ligue 1 giants Olympique Lyonnais, the 19-year-old forward looks likely to stay with the Championship side for another year. The striker has recorded 13 goals and 5 assists in 29 appearances this season, with 9 of those goals coming in his last 11 matches. Having hit a superb run of form, West Brom have already started making moves to keep him at the club, offering him a new contract.…

Retail-tech startup Tendo, which has built a strong network of over 10,000 retail resellers in Ghana and Nigeria—where it launched in 2022—has received investment from Renew Capital to support its expansion efforts. Tendo, which enables individuals to start and grow their online businesses without any initial capital, has not disclosed the exact amount of the funding it received. The startup has already reached over 42,000 customers with a wide range of products including fashion, beauty, electronics, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Felix Manford, co-founder and CEO of Tendo, stated: “Our mission is to create opportunities for individuals to build businesses…

The 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations has officially kicked off. In the first matches of Group B, Nigeria faced Tunisia. Nigeria secured a 1-0 victory thanks to a goal by Auwal Ibrahim. Later that evening, Morocco took on Kenya in a thrilling encounter and came out on top with a 3-2 win. Kenya opened the scoring in the 16th minute through Lawrence Ouma. However, Morocco responded with two goals from Mohammed Zabiri in the 45+3rd and 55th minutes, turning the game in their favor. Although Kenya managed to equalize in the 71st minute with a goal from Hassan Beja,…

As part of South Africa’s G20 Presidency for 2025, the second meeting of the G20 Energy Transitions Working Group was held on Wednesday in Cape Town, ahead of the G20 Summit of global leaders scheduled later this year. South African Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa stated at the meeting that the use of nuclear energy in a country’s energy mix is a key element in ensuring energy security. “In the pursuit of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, the world has now shifted towards a more realistic approach.” “It is globally accepted that nuclear technology should play…

Tottenham Hotspur, who are close to reaching the UEFA Europa League final this season, are interested in Bayer 04 Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface. The Nigerian striker played a key role in helping his team win the Bundesliga title last season. However, according to a report from Give Me Sport, Bayer Leverkusen are open to parting ways with Boniface during the upcoming summer transfer window. Tottenham currently have several attacking options, including Heung-Min Son, Brennan Johnson, James Maddison, Richarlison, Timo Werner, Dominic Solanke, and Mathys Tel. Although they are numerically well-equipped in attack, the club is looking to add more quality…

Nigerian star Moses Simon has decided not to renew his contract with French club Nantes. Having been with the team since 2019, Simon rose to the position of vice-captain due to his strong performances and leadership. In 198 appearances for Nantes, Simon has scored 36 goals and provided 41 assists, and this season, he ranks 3rd in the Ligue 1 assist standings with 9 assists, drawing attention in France. Despite being such an important player for the club, Simon is determined not to extend his contract, which runs until 2026. According to French media outlet Foot Sur7, the Nigerian player…

“What’s Next with Aki Anastasiou”, a tech podcast from South Africa, has reached an impressive milestone of 7 million views. The podcast’s popularity highlights the growing interest in the technology sector across Africa. The show regularly hosts some of the biggest names in the industry. Complex topics are simplified and delivered in a way that is accessible and engaging for listeners. Each episode features discussions on the latest trends and key industry developments, providing audiences with free access to valuable insights and forward-thinking ideas. From digital transformation to the rise of artificial intelligence, and from banking and finance to sustainability,…

Leicester City had stated that they are ready to sell Ndidi. As a result, Fenerbahce has shown significant interest in the Nigerian star. Although Leicester City couldn’t stay in the Premier League this season, Ndidi was one of the best players on the team. For this reason, several clubs are working hard to bring him into their squad. Fenerbahçe is keen to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season, which makes this transfer highly desirable. Additionally, Ndidi’s transfer can be secured for just €9 million due to the club’s relegation. This makes the likelihood of the transfer happening quite high.…

Bayer Leverkusen has signed 19-year-old attacking midfielder Ibrahim Maza from Hertha Berlin for €12 million. This was the player’s release clause, and he has signed a new contract until 2030. The player, who registered 5 goals and 5 assists in 30 matches for Hertha Berlin, completed his medical on Sunday, and the transfer was finalized today. The Algerian playmaker can operate in the half-spaces behind the striker, allowing Maza to play alongside Florian Wirtz or, if Wirtz leaves BayArena in the summer, Maza can take his place. Maza commented on the transfer: “I want to prove myself on the big…

Arsenal fans continue to protest their club’s sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda. However, the tourism board has now signed a new agreement with another major European club. Spanish giants Atletico Madrid have agreed to a three-year contract with Visit Rwanda. Under this deal, both the men’s and women’s teams will feature the Visit Rwanda logo on their kits. Congo Conflict Puts Sponsorship Deals Under Scrutiny Rwanda’s long-standing partnerships with Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have come under renewed scrutiny following the recent surge in violence in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Since January, 7,000…

Many top European clubs are eager to sign Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker, currently on loan at Galatasaray, is nearing the end of his contract. Having directly contributed to 38 goals in 36 matches, Osimhen has become a key figure for the team. If he leaves this summer, it will cause deep disappointment among Galatasaray fans. As a result, Galatasaray is working to secure a new contract with the player. However, another club has joined the race. Fenerbahce, who have trailed behind their rivals Galatasaray throughout the season — partly due to Osimhen’s impactful performances — is now entering the…

Seven separate African healthtech ventures have been selected for the third cohort of the pan-African initiative Investing in Innovation Africa (i3). Each of the selected ventures will receive up to $225,000 in grant funding and tailored support to develop their pharmacy-focused innovations. Pharmacies provide primary healthcare services for 70% of healthcare visits across the continent. These ventures aim to develop technology-driven tools to make medicine access more efficient and affordable for patients. The selected companies offer services such as AI-powered prescription services, cloud pharmacy systems, and many other innovations. These ventures are operating across 19 countries. The selected companies include…

Orlando Pirates, who were recently eliminated from the CAF Champions League, continue to strengthen their squad for next season. Most recently, they have added 17-year-old rising star Sibusiso Tau to their team. Earlier, Pirates had already completed the signing of Kabelo Kgositsile from Baroka FC, bringing their transfer count to two so far. Currently sitting in second place in the league, Pirates are nine points behind rivals Mamelodi Sundowns, who still have two games in hand. Even though they are set to lose their head coach at the end of the season, the club aims to build a strong squad…

Gemini, the AI assistant, has been integrated into Google Workspace packages. Previously offered as an add-on product, Gemini is now built into Workspace applications such as Gmail, Docs, Meet, Sheets, and Chat. Users now have access to a continuously available AI assistant within these apps. Gemini also supports “Project Notebook,” a powerful note-taking and research tool that allows users to upload PDFs, websites, YouTube videos, audio files, Google Docs, or Slides to be summarized and explained. Zila Tech’s AI Push for Africa Zila Tech, a partner of Digicloud Africa, is initiating efforts to accelerate the adoption of Google Workspace and…

The first 26 athletes for the 2026 World Athletics Championships have been announced. This tournament, which will feature around 360 competitors in 28 disciplines, will take place from September 11-13, 2026. Each competition will consist of a single round, with no preliminary rounds. In the running events, only eight athletes will compete in the semifinals, and only the top four will advance to the final. However, the 1500m, 5000m, and relay events will be run directly as finals. The competition schedule is as follows: September 11, Friday: September 12, Saturday: September 13, Sunday: Athletes Directly Qualifying for the Tournament A…