Author: WAJ Reporter

Having collected only two points from their Group C rivals, Zimbabwe has announced its squad for the remaining World Cup qualifiers. The Warriors will first face Benin on the 20th of this month, followed by a match against Nigeria on March 25. Warriors captain Marvelous Nakamba will be unavailable for these encounters due to injury. His replacement in the squad is Richard Hachiro, a defensive midfielder from Ngezi Platinum Stars. One aspect that might work in Zimbabwe’s favor is the competitive balance in the group—there is no dominant team pulling away. Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin have each accumulated seven…

Ghana’s national team’s new head coach, Otto Addo, has announced a 23-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. The inclusion of three new players in the squad stands out. These players are Kamaradini Mamudu from Medeama SC, Benjamin Asare from Accra Hearts of Oak, and Razak Simpson from Nations FC. Additionally, Arsenal’s star midfielder Thomas Partey, who missed the AFCON due to injury, has recovered and returned to the squad. Another player making a comeback after an injury is Kamal Deen Sulemana from Southampton FC. CD Lugo’s Jerry Afriyie and Genk’s Christopher Bonsu Baah…

Como Calcio’s right-winger, Assane Diao, has chosen to represent Senegal at the international level instead of Spain. He has been called up to the squad for the 2026 World Cup qualification matches against Sudan and Togo, which will take place on March 22 and March 25. These two matches could mark the first time the 19-year-old wears the national team jersey. Diao previously represented Spain at the U18, U19, and U21 levels while playing for Real Betis. However, for his senior international career, he has opted to play for Senegal. According to FIFA regulations, players are allowed to change their…

The Kenya Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has fined digital lender Whitepath KES 250,000 ($2,000) for violating data privacy laws. Court records show that Whitepath, which operates the Instarcash and Zuricash loan apps, listed an individual as a guarantor without their consent and subjected them to debt collection calls after the borrower defaulted. This is not the first time the company has been fined by the court. This case also highlights the growing regulatory pressure on digital lenders in Kenya. Companies are under strict scrutiny for aggressive debt collection tactics and mishandling customer data. Despite Whitepath’s failure to…

On Tuesday, two German teams faced off in the UEFA Champions League. At the end of the match, Bayern Munich defeated Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 away, with goals from Harry Kane and Alphonso Davies. After two legs, Bayern Munich advanced to the quarter-finals with an aggregate score of 5-0. Victor Boniface, Bayer Leverkusen’s Nigerian star, addressed the fans after the match, saying: “Thank you for your support.” Boniface had just returned from injury and came on as a substitute in Tuesday’s match. The Nigerian forward played for 25 minutes, touching the ball 16 times and completing 4 out of 6 passes…

South African businessman and owner of Sundowns, Patrice Motsepe, was re-elected unopposed for a second four-year term as president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Having achieved significant successes during his first term, Motsepe earned the trust of the members, and no other candidate ran against him. At the general assembly where the election was held, Motsepe emphasized that there is still much work to be done in developing football infrastructure across Africa. The 14th CAF Extraordinary Congress held in Cairo also revealed other results. Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Melvin Pinnick, narrowly missed out…

Guinean defensive midfielder Ibrahima Camara, who plays for Boavista, the team currently sitting at the bottom of the Portuguese league, has recently attracted the interest of some of Europe’s top clubs due to his consistent performances. Among the teams showing interest in the 26-year-old midfielder is Fenerbahçe. Fenerbahçe, currently in second place in the Turkish Süper Lig, is already making preparations for the summer transfer window. Although Camara’s contract with Boavista runs until 2026, reports suggest that initial contact has been made with his representatives and that the player himself is open to the idea of a transfer. In addition…

Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), has been re-elected for a second term. The 63-year-old South African has held the position since 2021 and decided to run again. His presidency was confirmed during the Caf extraordinary general assembly in Cairo, attended by FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Motsepe’s Leadership and Re-election Motsepe, a mining magnate and owner of the South African club Sundowns, expressed his intention to continue the progress he has made since taking office. His re-election was seen as a formality, as there were no opposing candidates, which indicates strong trust in his leadership. Motsepe…

Yangtze Optics Africa Cable (YOA Cable) unveiled its 14,000m² facility worth R160 million at Dube Trade Port yesterday. The company’s CEO, Pieter Viljoen, assessed this investment as follows: “The timing of this investment is crucial. Optical fibre is the backbone of the modern digital economy, and this facility will allow us to scale our vision of an inclusive, connected South Africa.” Founded in 2016, the company introduced its first optical fibre products and highlighted the fast fusion technology that accelerates network installations. The newly established facility will expand production capacity. Beyond manufacturing, YOA Cable also focuses on skills development. It…

Former Ghana international Augustine Ahinful has stated that the management of the Black Stars needs to be streamlined for better organization. He shared the idea of creating new structures within the Ghana Football Association, such as independent management committees for each age group. In an interview with Happy FM, the former player expressed, “I believe we need to move away from having separate management teams for all the national teams.” He also added, “It’s time to establish a proper structure, so for example, when the U20 team is playing, two or three people can be appointed to oversee it.” “There’s…

Serhou Guirassy started his career at Laval in France, where he scored only 6 goals in 29 appearances during the 2014-15 Ligue 2 season. Despite interest from QPR and Leeds in England, he chose to transfer to Lille. However, after only three Ligue 1 appearances, he was loaned out to Auxerre, where he made an impact, scoring 8 goals in 16 matches. First Step in Germany and Köln Years Guirassy transferred to Köln in Germany, but his time there was plagued by injuries. The club, recognizing his health issues, negotiated a lower fee of 4 million euros for his transfer.…

Osimhen Wants to Revive Nigeria’s World Cup Dream Osimhen stated that the Nigerian national team would fight desperately to avoid missing out on the FIFA 2026 World Cup finals for the second time in a row. The star striker, currently playing for Galatasaray, has a rather pessimistic view due to the Super Eagles’ poor start in Group C, where they have managed only three draws in four matches. Osimhen was unavailable for these games due to injury. Three years ago, Nigeria also suffered a major setback when they were eliminated by their arch-rivals Ghana in the play-offs. Super Eagles are…

Silver Box, a Middle East-based investment company focusing on technology products and services, has acquired Kenya-based Mobius Motors. Mobius Motors had announced its bankruptcy six months ago, struggling with unpaid debts, supplier disputes, and failed rescue plans. This acquisition has put an end to all these challenges. With this move, Silver Box aims to increase Mobius’ market share, introduce new models, and strengthen its service network. However, the brand first needs to overcome challenges such as fierce competition from second-hand imports, weak demand, and financial instability, which led to its collapse in the first place. Mobius was founded in 2009…

Kenya’s new head coach, Benni McCarthy, has included seven Gor Mahia players in the provisional squad ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Kenya will first face Ivory Coast on March 20, before hosting Gabon at Nyayo National Stadium. Among the players called up from Gor Mahia is playmaker Austin Odhiambo. Odhiambo has been in impressive form, scoring 8 goals and providing several assists, catching the attention of the coach. Another notable player is Ronney Onyango. Although Onyango is currently in Norway for trials, McCarthy is keen to take advantage of his versatility. Also included in the squad are central…

South Africa’s rugby team captain Siya Kolisi had invited former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp to South Africa, and Klopp accepted the invitation by visiting. The two prominent sports figures emphasized their belief in the power of sports to foster community engagement and promote social change. Additionally, Klopp’s visit highlighted his long-term commitment to grassroots football in South Africa. Klopp has been a patron of Hout Bay United Football Community (HBUFC) and has supported community-driven initiatives since 2017. HBUFC is a club aimed at bringing about social change through football, and the club has greatly benefited from Klopp’s backing. During his…

From a Bakery in Sierra Leone to Manchester City The 18-year-old Sierra Leonean defender Juma Bah has a fascinating and inspiring life story. Once spending his spare time helping out at his father’s bakery in Sierra Leone, Bah is now on the verge of playing for Manchester City. The young footballer began his career on dusty and muddy fields, and just nine months ago, he was playing league matches on artificial turf. However, after delivering impressive performances in La Liga with Real Valladolid, he attracted the attention of major clubs, leading Manchester City to sign him. A Dream Come True…