Author: WAJ Reporter

After the AFCON results, the FIFA world rankings have shifted. The highest-ranked African team is Morocco, the 2022 World Cup semi-finalist. Following their successful performances, Morocco climbed to 13th place in the rankings, becoming the top African nation in the standings. The second-highest-ranked team in Africa is Senegal, sitting at 20th place. Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, secured 30th place. Meanwhile, Nigeria and Algeria rose to 36th and 37th positions, respectively. The reigning AFCON champions, Ivory Coast, fell to 40th place. Tunisia, which underperformed in the group stage, dropped to 47th, while Cameroon is now in 49th place. Mali, which…

Gebeya, a leading Pan-African SaaS service marketplace technology company, has been accepted into the Microsoft ISV Success Program, as well as the ISV and Startup for Azure programs. This milestone will enable Gebeya to contribute even more to technological innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence. Through participation in the Microsoft ISV Success Program, Gebeya will gain support in helping independent software vendors build and scale their businesses on Microsoft Azure. This program will provide access to resources such as technical support, cloud infrastructure, co-selling opportunities, and marketing assistance, allowing Gebeya to expand its market presence even further. Additionally, by qualifying for…

The 27th edition of the Africa Tech Festival 2024, held in Cape Town, has concluded. During the event, the continent’s tech innovators were honored with awards. This edition, the most attended so far, set a record for participation. Entrepreneurs, business leaders, policymakers, investors, and startups from various countries gathered together. The immense attention the event received symbolizes the growth of the African tech ecosystem. With over 15,000 attendees, South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, made the following statement: “While technology holds enormous promise, it is essential that we harness this potential in a way that can…

The Nigerian striker playing for Real Sociedad expressed his frustration with the reaction from fans. The 27-year-old had the opportunity to play in matches against Benin and Rwanda, but failed to score in those games. The pressure from fans has been tough on him, and Sadiq pointed out that it wasn’t just difficult for him, but also for his teammates: “If things continue like this, there are lots of players that will not like to play for the Super Eagles. When we come to play here, it’s not about the money, it’s for the love, you understand. Where you feel…

The final group stage matches of AFCON were played yesterday, and the standings and advancing teams have been determined. In Group A, Comoros secured the top spot with 12 points, while Tunisia finished second with 10 points to advance alongside them. Gambia, with 8 points, and Madagascar, with 2 points, failed to progress further in the tournament. In Group B, one of the tournament’s most in-form teams, Morocco, dominated by winning all six of their matches to finish with 18 points as group leaders. Gabon followed with 10 points to also qualify. Lesotho, with 4 points, and the Central African…

Before the match against Wales on Saturday, South Africa’s rugby coach Rassie Erasmus made some changes to the team. Erasmus replaced seven players from the squad that defeated England 29-20 and is expected to field Jaden and Jordan Hendrikse together. Additionally, Johan Grobbelaar, Thomas du Toit, Jean Kleyn, Franco Mostert, and Elrigh Louw are set to feature against Wales. Number eight Cameron Hanekom, who plays for the Bulls, will make his debut despite starting on the bench. Hanekom expressed his happiness about this opportunity, saying: “Since being a child, it’s been a dream to play for the Springboks. Now the…

The AFCON Week 6 matches have concluded. With a goal by Mouhamed Soueid in the 45+4th minute, Mauritania defeated Cape Verde, who had been reduced to 10 men after Kevin Lenini received a red card. This win gave Mauritania a chance to advance from the group, but they lost that chance when Botswana drew 1-1 with Egypt. Botswana’s goal came from Omaatla Kebatho, while Egypt’s equalizer was scored by Mahmoud Trezeguet with a shot from outside the penalty area. Thus, Botswana and Egypt progressed from Group C. In Group K, Uganda and South Africa, who had already secured their spots…

The results of the AFCON group stage are continuing to be revealed. In Group C, Tanzania and Guinea faced off to determine who would advance, with the match finishing 1-0 in favor of Tanzania. Guinea failed to score, while Tanzania found the net in the 61st minute through Simon Msuva, securing their place in the next round. As a result, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania advanced from the group, while Guinea and Ethiopia were eliminated. In Group J, the standings were finalized after the matches. Cameroon took the lead in the 18th minute against Zimbabwe through Vincent Aboubakar.…

Kenya’s ICT and Digital Economy Principal Secretary, Eng. John Tanui, met with a Malaysian delegation at the Ministry headquarters ahead of the upcoming technology symposium between Malaysia and Kenya. Present at the meeting were High Commissioner of Malaysia to Kenya, H.E. Amb. Ruzaimi Mohamad; Kenya’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, H.E. Amb. Ekitela Moru; and Vice President of the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Wan Murdani Mohamad. In this meeting, topics centered around solidarity in trade and strengthening cooperation and exports between the two countries. The need to explore new digital export opportunities between Malaysia and Kenya was also highlighted. Additionally,…

We have compiled the top 10 greatest African footballers of all time. 1.) At the top of the list is Samuel Eto’o, who had successful stints at clubs such as Chelsea, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. The Cameroonian forward scored 364 goals and provided 120 assists in 732 league matches, and he also scored 56 goals in 118 appearances for the Cameroon national team. The legendary player’s career includes 4 UEFA Champions League titles and 2 La Liga trophies. 2.) In second place is a star player whose career is still ongoing. Perhaps when his career is over, Mohamed…

TD Africa has announced the launch of the TecHERdemy program, aimed at empowering 400 young Nigerian women to thrive in the technology sector. The program, based on a partnership with Huawei, Microsoft, and Cisco, was introduced in Lagos. The program will cover areas such as cybersecurity, data science, software development, and artificial intelligence, providing six months of training in these fields. Along with theoretical education, practical training will also be provided through the courses. Those who acquire these skills will be able to benefit from career opportunities. TD Africa CEO Mrs. Chioma Ekeh stated that the program will equip participants…

South Africa is planning to establish its first artificial intelligence institute to prioritize advanced AI research. Africa has a high potential for AI development, with Microsoft estimating that the continent could gain $1.5 trillion from AI by 2030. However, there is a notable shortage in skilled personnel, which this institute aims to address to some extent. The institute will be established at Wits University, which has invested $3.3 million solely for this purpose. It is expected that each year, the institute will graduate 20 Master’s students, 20 PhD candidates, and 10 post-doctoral researchers. Benjamin Rosman, a globally recognized figure in…

Kaizer Chiefs, one of the major teams in the South African league, has been looking to strengthen its squad to prevent a recent downturn in form. They had shown interest in South African national team player Elias Mokwana, who currently plays for Tunisian Ligue 1 side Esperance. This interest arose due to a contractual issue that was expected to end Mokwana’s agreement with the team within three months. However, this contract issue has now been resolved, meaning Mokwana will no longer be a free agent after three months. Instead, his contract has been corrected and extended to three years. According…

Having scored 4 or more goals in four of their previous five group-stage matches, Morocco scored a staggering 7 goals against Lesotho. The World Cup semi-finalists are highly focused on this AFCON, delivering a phenomenal performance. Morocco finished the group stage with six wins in six matches, reaching a goal difference of 24, averaging 4 goals per match. In this match, Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz scored a hat-trick. Soufiane Rahimi, who started alongside him in the attacking line-up, contributed two goals, one of which was a penalty. Substitutes Youssef En-Nesyri and Ismael Saibari added the other goals for Morocco. In…

The final matches of Groups D and F in the AFCON qualifiers have been played. Angola and Sudan, both of whom had already secured qualification, drew 0-0 in their encounter. Ghana, considered one of the most disappointing teams in the tournament, ended its campaign with another loss, this time against Niger. Ousseni Badamassi put Niger ahead in the 22nd minute following a corner kick. Ghana equalized in the 67th minute through defender Jeremia Afriyie, but Oumar Sako’s goal in the 90+2 minute secured a 2-1 victory for Niger. Ghana had a chance to equalize with a penalty in the 90+6…

Access Bank UK will acquire a majority stake in Afrasia Bank, the fourth largest bank in Mauritius by total assets. This will allow Access Bank UK to expand its banking services in Mauritius. They plan to position Mauritius as a strategic hub for regional connectivity, thus accelerating transactions between Africa and global markets. Afrasia Bank has assets exceeding $5.7 billion, and through this investment, Access Bank UK is demonstrating the importance it places on this plan. Furthermore, Access Bank previously acquired the National Bank of Kenya for $100 million and also purchased the African Banking Corporation in Tanzania. They have…

Mohamed Salah has reacted to the comparisons made between his Egypt teammate Omar Marmoush and himself. Recently, Marmoush, who has been linked with Liverpool, has been frequently compared to Salah in the media. According to Salah, these comparisons could harm Marmoush, who is still at a crucial stage in his career. At just 25 years old, Marmoush has made a significant leap this season, scoring 11 goals and providing 7 assists in 10 Bundesliga matches. Salah believes that such comparisons could place unnecessary pressure on Marmoush at this point in his career. Speaking at the Sharjah International Book Fair, Salah…

The selected startups for the 2024 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program have been revealed. Each of these six startups will receive support valued at 50,000 USD and will have access to up to 200,000 USD in Google Cloud credits. These investments are expected to contribute to the digital growth of the continent. One of the startups receiving support from Google is Swagshack. This startup aims to connect emerging fashion brands with customers, focusing on simplifying order management and deliveries. Another startup, Mapha Logistics, creates digital tools designed to help merchants in urban and rural areas optimize their business operations.…

Kenyan innovation hub iHub has relocated its headquarters to Lavington, once again demonstrating its commitment to fostering technological innovation across Kenya and Africa. This move not only expands the company physically but also enhances its strategic focus on supporting entrepreneurs and professionals worldwide. Additionally, the new office includes a media and entertainment hub aimed at providing specialized advisory services for professionals in the television, social media, and film sectors. Beyond this, the new center features co-working spaces and modern conference rooms that create ideal environments for collaboration. Earlier this year, iHub partnered with Safaricom and Spark Accelerator to support startups…

South Africa, the world champions, managed to secure a hard-fought victory over England, handing the hosts their fifth consecutive defeat. This marks England’s worst losing streak since 2018. Last year, South Africa only narrowly edged out England by a single point, but this time the match was less challenging for them. Following this game, England will face Japan, whom they defeated by a 35-point margin in June, in what now feels like their last hope for a win. Meanwhile, South Africa continues their winning streak. Other major southern hemisphere teams, including New Zealand and Australia, have also left England struggling…

The AFCON Group E matches have concluded, making it the first group to finish. After each team played six games, Algeria finished at the top of the group with 16 points, while Equatorial Guinea secured second place with 8 points. Togo, with 5 points, and Liberia, with 4 points, were eliminated from the tournament. In their final match, Algeria defeated Liberia with a commanding 5-1 score. Although Liberia initially took the lead in the 6th minute with a goal from defender Sampson Dweh, Algeria quickly equalized through Aissa Mandi. Riyad Mahrez put Algeria ahead before the first half ended. Algeria…

Originally developed for military use, drones—also known as unmanned aerial vehicles—are now used for purposes such as package delivery, agriculture, surveillance, and environmental monitoring. As a result, demand for this technology is increasing day by day, and manufacturers are producing various types of drones to meet these demands. Africa has become an attractive testing ground for drones due to both its geographical features and its recent continent-wide policies. Rwanda and Kenya are two of the countries where these tests are conducted. The U.S.-based company Zipline tested its drones in Rwanda. Later, the company partnered with the Rwandan government to establish…

In the T20 series between India and South Africa, standout performances from Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma led India to a 135-run victory. Samson scored 109 off 56 balls, while Varma hit 120 off 47 balls, taking India to a total of 283-1. This marked the first time two players from the same country scored over 100 runs each in a T20 international match. South Africa, in response, managed to reach 148 runs off 18.2 overs, with Arshdeep Singh delivering an impressive 3-20 performance. Additionally, Varma became one of only five players in the world to score consecutive centuries in…

With almost all the fifth-week matches in the AFCON group stages now complete, Zimbabwe has secured qualification after drawing with Kenya, while Kenya exits the tournament due to this result. In the 32nd minute, Tawanda Maswanhise put Zimbabwe ahead, capitalizing on a long pass from goalkeeper Washington Arubi. Kenya’s hopes were dwindling, but Jonah Ayunga managed to equalize in the 52nd minute, making it 1-1. However, Kenya couldn’t score again, sealing their elimination. Guinea-Bissau narrowly escaped elimination against Eswatini. Eswatini took the lead in the 81st minute with a goal by Phila Thabo Mkhontfo, nearly knocking Guinea-Bissau out of the…

In today’s AFCON group matches, two teams from Group K, both already qualified for the next stage, went head-to-head. South Africa, trailing in points before the match, defeated Uganda to take the top spot. After a goalless first half, Thapelo Morena, who had just come on, scored South Africa’s opening goal in the fourth minute of the second half. In the 89th minute, substitute Patrick Maswanganyi added a second goal for South Africa. Although Uganda lost, they will still advance alongside South Africa from the group. Meanwhile, in Group C, Mauritania missed a major opportunity. In this group, Egypt has…

The World Champion South Africa will face England tomorrow. Coach Erasmus made changes to the lineup in previous matches and evaluated players’ form. Speaking to BBC Sport about the lineup planning, Erasmus gave the following statements: “If you have the right players and the right management, it can galvanise the team, especially if you have two close games like that. “Our reality is we are playing England, who we seldom beat here. We are expecting a team that will be really tight and will play for their coaching staff. They believe fully they can beat us.” “England come off two…

The 2024 Africa Tech Festival Innovation and Excellence Awards were presented, honoring organizations and individuals who have demonstrated excellence and commitment to the advancement of technology across the continent. The awards ceremony was hosted by Ciara McDonald Heffernan. The Telco of the Year award was won by MTN Ghana, recognized for its dedication to connectivity and innovative telecommunications services. The CXO of the Year award went to Patrick Benon from Orange Cameroon for his outstanding contributions to the telecommunications industry. WIOCC Group received the Innovation for Impact award for its efforts to enhance digital infrastructure across Africa. The Female Innovator…

AFCON Week 5 matches continue with unexpected scores. Niger, which was almost certain to be eliminated after taking three losses and one draw in their first four matches, hosted Sudan and delivered a goal-scoring spree. In just the 6th minute, Daniel Sosah opened the scoring to put Niger ahead 1-0. Youssouf Oumarou then extended the lead to 2-0 with a strike from outside the penalty area. By converting a penalty in the 45+3 minute, Daniel Sosah practically decided the game before halftime. With a goal from midfielder Ousseni Badamassi, Niger defeated Sudan 4-0. Sudan had appeared to have nearly secured…

According to a founder wellbeing study conducted in Africa with the collaboration of Launch Africa, Madica, Endeavor, Econa, and Startup Snapshot, the majority of tech founders across the continent (81%) enjoy the journey of being a founder. Although founding a startup comes with side effects like stress, burnout, and anxiety, many founders are content with this path and would even prefer to start a new venture over taking a job if their business fails. While 86% of founders have external motivations like wellbeing in their ventures, internal motivations also hold a significant place in their lives. The study collected data…

The AFCON Week 5 matches continue with high intensity. A thrilling match was played between South Sudan and the Republic of Congo. In the 26th minute, Christopher Ibayi converted a pass from Congo’s Samuel Malis into a goal, only for Ebon Wajo to equalize in the 31st minute. This duel continued throughout the game, with Ibayi scoring Congo’s second goal in the 35th minute. Then, in added time (45+2), Ebon Wajo once again stepped up to keep South Sudan in the game. Christopher Ibayi had to leave the match due to an injury in the 68th minute. But this wasn’t…

Togo fails to overcome Liberia in today’s AFCON clash, ending their journey in the tournament. In a game that saw a total of 34 shots, the match’s only goal came from a penalty taken by Mohammed Sangare in the 83rd minute. Liberia’s chances of continuing in the tournament are nearly nonexistent; they would need to beat Algeria and hope Equatorial Guinea loses both of its remaining matches. However, even that scenario may not be enough for them. In another game, Chad and Sierra Leone could not break the deadlock. Sierra Leone initially took the lead in the 29th minute through…

Namibia and Cameroon finished in a goalless draw. The first match of AFCON Matchday 5 brought a surprising result, as Namibia, with four losses in four games, managed to hold Group J leaders Cameroon to a draw. Despite the result, Cameroon has secured their spot to advance from the group; however, they risk losing the top position if Zimbabwe defeats Kenya. The match also brought two setbacks for Cameroon. Yvan Neyou and Nicholas Moumie Ngmaleu sustained injuries and had to be replaced by substitutes. Furthermore, Cameroon’s recently in-form forward, Bryan Mbeumo, did not participate in this game. Namibia’s starting lineup…

Teraco has begun construction on a 120 MW solar power plant project in South Africa. The plant is expected to be completed and operational by 2026. Located in the Free State province, this project will focus on bolstering cloud and artificial intelligence computing applications. Teraco has partnered with German solar energy developer Juwi and South African solar developer Subsolar for the construction of this plant. Juwi will be responsible for processes such as PV plant design, procurement, and construction. Power outages have persisted in South Africa for years, and the country’s electricity grid capacity remains low. Regarding the construction of…

The 5th matchday of the AFCON qualifiers group stage kicks off today. While some teams have already secured their place in the next stage, football fans may still be in for some surprising results before November 19. The first match of the 5th matchday will be between Namibia and Cameroon. One of the most in-form players recently, Bryan Mbeumo, and Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana’s team, Cameroon, only dropped points in the group stage against Zimbabwe, where they drew. Now, they will face Namibia, who have no points in the group. Cameroon will be aiming to win the match to…

Charles Murito, Google’s regional director for government affairs and public policy for sub-Saharan Africa, made an important point during his keynote address at the ongoing Africa Tech Festival 2024, titled “Strengthening Connectivity for the AI Era.” According to Murito, African governments should focus their energy on regulating the use cases of artificial intelligence (AI) rather than regulating the technology itself: “We need to think about AI not as a technology that needs to be regulated. AI is a general-purpose technology, akin to what electricity was a 100-plus years ago.” “What we need to regulate is not the technology itself, but…

According to some media sources, the Turkish club Galatasaray was preparing a budget to make Victor Osimhen’s transfer permanent. Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan, has found his form and expressed his desire to stay at the club until the end of the season. However, according to new rumors, Napoli’s sporting director Giovanni Manna has retracted the permanent transfer offer he previously made to Galatasaray, as the club does not have the budget to secure the Nigerian star. Osimhen has been in exceptional form recently, with an incredible record of 8 goals and 4 assists in his last 9 matches.…

Console Connect and Africa Data Centres have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing data connectivity across the continent. This collaboration will enable seamless access between key data centres and cloud infrastructure in Africa, representing a significant step forward for the continent’s digital ecosystem. The partnership, established at Africa Tech Festival 2024, included the participation of Africa Data Centres’ CEO Finhai Munzara, Regional Executive Dr. Angus Hay, Head of Channel and Partnerships Ben Oduor, and Head of Sales Zahira Moosa. Console Connect was represented by Michael Glynn, SVP of Digital Automated Innovation, Lisa Wright, AVP of Ecosystem Partners for EMEA, and…

The Ivorian public financial institution Banque Nationale d’Investissement (BNI) and the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) have partnered to provide co-branded cards aimed at facilitating access to financial services for those involved in the Ivorian football sector. BNI Deputy General Manager Jérôme Ahua commented on the partnership, stating, “With these co-branded cards, we aim to offer a practical solution that supports Ivorian football. These cards will enable users to benefit from modern payment services tailored to their needs.” “This initiative is part of our desire to make financial services more accessible for all actors within the Ivorian football sector.” Ahua also…

Nigerian footballer Gift Atulewa passed away at the young age of 38. The professional footballer’s cause of death was reported as complications related to high blood pressure. Delta State Football Association spokesperson Azuka Chiemeka confirmed the news, saying: “We just buried the wife last month, that may have contributed to this development. He has blood pressure issues, but he has been managing it. Just the day before yesterday, the condition became bad, and he was taken to the hospital.” “They noticed he had malaria, but aside from that, the blood pressure kept going up. We lost him this morning by…

In Cape Town, a ministerial forum organized by Huawei and the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) brought together politicians and key figures from the technology sector from across Africa to evaluate and support the continent’s digital ambitions. They pledged to support the creation of an inclusive and sustainable digital continent. Huawei Vice President Tonny Bao, Digital Council Africa CEO Juanita Clark, GSMA Head of Sub-Saharan Africa Angela Wamola, and ATU Secretary-General John Omo signed documents addressing three critical areas. These areas are: Ubiquitous Connectivity for an Intelligent Future; Taking the Digital Leap: A Digitalisation Blueprint for National Prosperity; and Cloud Computing:…

Young Togolese forward, Kevin Denkey, currently playing for Cercle Brugge, has garnered interest from MLS. The 23-year-old striker has been in excellent form recently, drawing the attention of major French league clubs, including AS Monaco and OSC Lille. In fact, some in the media were already viewing his potential move to Lille as almost certain. Cercle Brugge’s management now aims to secure a profitable deal for the player, and they have granted Denkey permission to negotiate potential transfers. Recent reports, however, indicate that interest in Denkey extends beyond the French league. MLS side FC Cincinnati has reportedly submitted a formal…

South Africa Rest All-rounder Marizanne Kapp Before Women’s T20 Series Resumes Before the Women’s T20 series resumes, South Africa has decided to rest all-rounder Marizanne Kapp. The previous year’s World Cup finalists will play three-match ODI and T20 series, followed by a one-off Test match. Schedule: The 34-year-old Kapp will be available for the ODI matches but will be rested for the T20 matches. The Test squad has not yet been announced. This will be South Africa’s first T20 series since their World Cup final loss to New Zealand last month. For the matches against England, all-rounders Eliz-Mari Marx, Nondumiso…

The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) of Egypt and venture capital firm Flat6Labs have announced the launch of the InvestIT program. The aim of this program is to scale local startups at the seed or pre-Series A stage and open doors for them to become globally competitive. The program offers consultancy, investor connections, and tools to help these startups grow. Various startups in Egypt will be supported, with the goal of fostering growth and expanding Egypt’s digital economy. The program will consist of two phases. The first phase will involve training sessions and workshops, while the second phase will…

Real Madrid is currently interested in Moroccan player Nayef Aguerd, who is on loan at Real Sociedad. The Spanish giant has had a worse-than-expected start to the season and is looking to strengthen its squad in January by acquiring the 28-year-old West Ham United defender. The Champions League champions have faced some problems in their defense this season, with the biggest issue being the injury of star defender Eder Militao, who is out for the season. Additionally, David Alaba has not yet returned from his injury, further limiting Real Madrid’s options in central defense. Aguerd, who has rediscovered his form…

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has released the 2024 Global Innovation Index. The research, which covers 133 countries, aims to measure the level of regional innovation. It examines aspects such as investments in science and innovation, technological progress, technology adoption, and the socioeconomic cycle of innovations. According to the report, investments in science and innovation, which had risen rapidly since 2020, saw a decline in 2023. Green technology is developing at a very slow pace. However, there has been an increase in technology adoption. Between 2005 and 2022, the number of people living in poverty decreased by half. Worker…

England-born defender Gabriel Osho is aiming to make his debut for Nigeria’s national team. He joined the preparation camp ahead of the final two group stage matches against Benin and Rwanda. The Auxerre centre-back is one of eight defenders called up to the squad. Osho was initially called up in March, but an injury forced him to withdraw. This time, he was able to rejoin the squad, stepping in for West Brom player Semi Ajayi, who is currently sidelined with an injury. At 26 years old, Osho may don the Super Eagles jersey for the first time on November 14…

The two strong teams of the tournament, Morocco and Egypt, will be without their captains in the matches of week 5 and week 6. Morocco will play against Gabon on November 15, but their right-winger Hakim Ziyech will miss the game due to injury. According to head coach Walid Regragui, the Galatasaray player, who lacks match fitness, is still not ready. The situation with Salah, however, is different. Liverpool’s winger Salah has started the season magnificently. Thanks to his contributions, Egypt’s position as the group leader is secured. For this reason, it has been decided to rest him and protect…

South Africa’s Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, spoke about the upcoming Africa Tech Festival, emphasizing that digital technologies are a key to uniting the nation. However, he also cautioned that while digital adoption can promote unity, it could equally create divisions if not managed inclusively. Malatsi underscored the importance of digital transformation that encompasses all South Africans. The festival is set to begin tomorrow, featuring a range of events and conferences over two days. “This is what we mean by digital inclusion, ensuring that every person, irrespective of their background, geographic location, or socio-economic status, has the…

Following the announcement of the Ballon d’Or results, Spanish and Manchester City midfielder Rodri was named the best male footballer. However, this decision sparked debate among football fans, and even led Real Madrid to refuse to attend the ceremony. Many fans believed that Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior deserved the award. Vinicius Junior had been instrumental in Real Madrid’s Champions League victory, yet he finished second in the voting. When examining votes from the African continent, it was clear that delegates from countries like Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Benin, Cameroon, Egypt, Senegal, and many others chose the Real Madrid player.…

The mining sector, which holds a crucial position in South Africa’s economy and has a century-long history, is undergoing a sharp transformation. The reason for this transformation is to maintain global competitiveness in the mining industry. To achieve this transformation, South Africa can reach sustainable development goals by adopting strategies that reduce resource consumption, increase safety, and promote environmental responsibility. To achieve this, the integration of technology into the mining sector is essential. Creative ideas must be adopted to keep older mines profitable. Forming partnerships with various technology companies to access technologies like automatic drilling machines and artificial intelligence would…

Sheffield United, who have had a strong start to the season in the Championship, are reportedly interested in signing young Kenyan player Timothy Ouma, who has been performing well at Swedish club Elfsborg. The 20-year-old midfielder is reportedly being targeted by the English club, who are willing to pay €5 million for him in the January transfer window. To fund this transfer, it is speculated that Gus Hamer will be sold. However, Sheffield United is not the only club interested in Ouma. Premier League clubs, including Brentford, are also reportedly keen on signing the Kenyan talent. Ouma impressed in the…

Wydad Casablanca head coach Rulani Mokwena has reported being subjected to racial abuse following his team’s 2-2 draw with Ittihad Tanger. Despite falling behind in the match, Wydad managed to equalize. However, the result saw their points gap with the leaders widen to 8 points. According to Mokwena, after the match, some officials from Ittihad Tanger used the K-word targeting his religious beliefs. The 37-year-old coach, who has only won four league games this season, has been under pressure. Previously, after a loss to the leaders Berkane, Mokwena had objects thrown at him by angry fans. In response to the…

South Korean Company Vision Group and Liberian Tuma Enterprises Sign MoU to Strengthen Partnership South Korean company Vision Group and Liberian Tuma Enterprises have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration, which is expected to drive further growth in the African market for both companies. Vision Group, a South Korean company with branches in India, China, Russia, Vietnam, Europe, and the Middle East, specializes in artificial intelligence-based smart farming, telecommunications, app development, and renewable energy solutions. Having formed several global partnerships aimed at expansion, the company now seeks growth in Africa through its partnership with Tuma Enterprises.…

South Africa defeated Scotland with a final score of 32(19)-15 (9). Although the 17-point difference might suggest a one-sided match, Scotland pushed the world champion South Africa to their limits. The game was an intense and thrilling experience. Scotland was forced to play 20 minutes with 14 players due to Scott Cummings receiving a red card, and they couldn’t capitalize on the opportunities they created. At times, Scotland played with significant pressure on South Africa, but the Springboks responded effectively each time. Early in the match, Handre Pollard exploited Scotland’s narrow defense with a precise cross-kick, taking advantage of a…

In the South Africa Carling Knockut Cup, Mamelodi Sundowns and Magesi will face off in the final. The semi-final matches were completed this past weekend, and Magesi, one of the in-form teams of recent times, managed to knock Richards Bay FC out of the tournament. Tshepo Mashigo scored the first and only goal for his team in the 26th minute. In a fiercely contested game, the referee issued a total of six yellow cards and sent off Richards Bay FC midfielder Tlakusani Mthethwa with a red card in the 84th minute, leaving his team with ten players. The match ended…

In 2023, while 4G usage in Sub-Saharan Africa was at 31%, 3G usage accounted for 54%. According to the GSMA’s report, 4G adoption in Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to reach 50% by 2030, surpassing 3G. Technologies such as AI, 5G, and satellites are forecast to contribute $170 billion to the region’s GDP by 2030. In 2023, 5G was used by just 1.2% of the population, but this is expected to reach 17% by 2030, with significant growth anticipated in South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya. Mobile internet penetration is also projected to rise, increasing from 27% to 37%. Sub-Saharan Africa, which…

With his outstanding performances over the past two years, Lookman has drawn interest from major clubs like Manchester United, PSG, and Arsenal. It seems that every day there are new transfer rumors circulating about him. However, Atalanta is keen to keep him at the club by renewing his contract and increasing his annual salary to €3.5 million. Lookman has made 91 appearances for Atalanta, achieving impressive stats with 40 goals and 23 assists. Previously, he was earning €2.3 million per year at Atalanta. If he accepts this new deal, his salary will nearly double. With this change, he will become…

South Africa aims to redeem itself today with a win against India after suffering a loss in the previous match. In that game, India posted 202-8 (20.0 overs), while South Africa was dismissed for 141 in 17.5 overs, resulting in a 61-run defeat. Samson’s outstanding performance was one of the main reasons for such a decisive outcome. This was the first time the two teams met since the June final, where India narrowly won by seven runs. However, this time, the match was far from close, with India claiming a dominant victory and sending a strong message to its opponent.…

Bolt will invest €100 million over the next three years to increase safety in its ride-hailing services in Africa. In certain regions of the continent, trust in taxis is quite low, making safety a top priority for both companies and customers. With this investment, Bolt aims to build trust and establish itself as a global brand. The company will implement several measures, including four-digit pickup codes to verify driver-passenger matches, an alert system for route changes, mandatory passenger identity verification, notifications to trusted contacts if the ride goes off track, and the option to submit audio recordings for legal support.…

The CAF Women’s Champions League will continue with its eight-team final format. The fourth edition of the tournament will begin tomorrow. The African Football Confederation (CAF) stated that applying the men’s CAF Champions League format to the women’s tournament is quite challenging, primarily due to financial reasons. In the men’s CAF Champions League, six group-stage matches are played, followed by two-legged knockout ties from the quarter-finals onwards. CAF Women’s Football Director Meske Goshime explained that implementing this format for the women’s competition is difficult: “We cannot afford home and away matches,” Goshime said. “Our clubs are not financially strong [enough]…

Telecom Egypt and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) have successfully landed the Africa-1 subsea cable system at the Ras Ghareb station in Egypt. The cable is known to be 10,000 km long with eight fiber pairs. This system will connect two stations in Egypt. A connection will be established between the Ras Ghareb station and another station on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. This system is not only crucial for Egypt’s internal connectivity but will also link Egypt to East Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and South-Central Asia. Terrestrial routes will also be used to connect the two landing stations. The cable is…