Author: WAJ Reporter

Siya Kolisi, the captain of the South African national rugby team, is considered a living legend in the world of rugby. He grew up in the Zwide township in Port Elizabeth. His mother passed away when he was 15 years old, after which he was raised by his grandmother, Nolulamile. Kolisi had shown talent in rugby from a young age, and at the age of 12, he was discovered by talent scouts during a youth tournament. He was later accepted on a scholarship to Grey Junior School in Port Elizabeth and continued on scholarship to Grey High School. Throughout high…

Africa’s booming tech ecosystem gears up for investment and partnership opportunities The ninth edition of the Africa Tech Summit London is set to take place on June 6, 2025, at the prestigious London Stock Exchange, bringing together key stakeholders to accelerate investment and strategic partnerships within Africa’s rapidly evolving tech sector. Following three consecutive sold-out years, the summit will once again welcome over 350 leaders, including founders, investors, corporate executives, and policymakers. Supported by global tech giants such as Amazon Web Services, Flutterwave, Tola Mobile, and 4G Capital, the event will feature keynote speeches, sector-specific panels, fireside chats, and high-impact…

Experienced coach Gavin Hunt, who has previously managed major South African clubs such as SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs, shared his thoughts on some of the top players in the league during an interview with SuperSport TV. According to him, Ribeiro—despite being a popular and widely praised player right now—would struggle to perform in a smaller team due to his lack of discipline. “Ribeiro scores goals, but if you put him in Magesi, he will struggle. He would need to work harder there,” said Hunt. He went on to praise Teboho Mokoena, saying: “Teboho Mokoena is the best player in…

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has praised Fulham, currently 9th in the Premier League, and singled out Nigerian star Alex Iwobi as one of their top performers this season. Fulham have managed to take points off big teams like Tottenham, Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Arsenal. If they manage to win all of their remaining games, they have a strong chance of qualifying for European competitions next season. Former Arsenal player Iwobi is having the best season of his career so far. He has contributed 8 goals and 5 assists in 32 matches. With six games still left in the season, the…

The Death of a Legend and a Stirring Interview Christian Chukwu, the Nigerian football legend fondly known as “Chairman,” passed away on Saturday. Just one month before his death, the Nigerian icon had given an exclusive interview to The Athletic NG. In the interview, Chukwu revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had owed him a significant sum for a long time. However, the NFF has denied these claims. NFF Denies All Allegations: “No Documents, No Debt” NFF General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi stated that the allegations were baseless and unsupported by documentation: “There is no record in the NFF of…

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Fireboy DML has made a controversial statement likely to spark reactions among football fans. Despite Nigeria’s superior individual talents, Fireboy claimed that the Ghanaian national team is a better team overall. Speaking on the 90s Baby Show podcast, the artist highlighted a key difference between the two teams — their midfield. He praised Thomas Partey for his quality and leadership, especially citing his performance against Real Madrid during Arsenal’s Champions League clash. “Right now, Ghana is a better team [than Nigeria’s Super Eagles]. Individually, we [Nigerians] are better. But as a team, Ghana is better.” “For some…

Born in Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon, Samuel Eto’o has been an inspiration for young African athletes. Children playing football in the streets would shout his name after scoring goals, and thousands wore his jersey with pride. Recognized as one of the greatest strikers in football history, Eto’o’s talent was discovered at a very young age. Real Madrid signed him from the Kadji Sports Academy when he was just 16 years old. However, due to his young age, it was difficult for him to compete with Real Madrid’s star-studded squad. As a result, the Cameroonian striker was loaned to Leganés,…

Nigerian defender Bright Osayi-Samuel, who currently plays for Fenerbahçe, has made a statement regarding his future. There had been reports linking the player with clubs such as Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton Wanderers, suggesting he rejected Fenerbahçe’s contract renewal offer because of Premier League interest. However, Osayi-Samuel has denied these claims and stated that his sole focus is on winning the league title with Fenerbahçe. Contract negotiations between the player and the club are still ongoing, but no agreement has been reached yet. The Nigerian right wing-back said: “I play for Fenerbahçe and I’m very happy here.” He also noted that…

Zimbabwe’s telecommunications regulator, the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ), is pushing for the creation of a new law that would require the registration of all phones’ IMEI numbers in a national database. They argue that this is necessary to combat cybercrime, improve mobile transaction security, and prevent stolen phones from being reused. South Africa and Kenya have similar systems. However, there are concerns in Zimbabwe due to the country’s unique political context, with some fearing that this initiative may be about control rather than security. Zimbabwe has a history of surveillance, which amplifies these concerns. Recently, state…

A tragic incident unfolded in the Nigerian league during the match between Plateau United and Nasarawa United. After the final whistle, fans of Nasarawa United stormed the pitch and attacked Vincent Temitope, a player from the visiting Plateau United team. Reports suggest the violent reaction was triggered by Temitope’s impressive performance during the game. Although the match had already ended, some fans, allegedly angered by his threatening display on the pitch, singled him out and stabbed him in the neck. The attack occurred despite recent NPFL approval allowing supporters back into the Lafia Township Stadium under tight security conditions. Temitope…

The semi-final matches of the Nedbank Cup in South Africa were played today. In the first match, two of the league’s biggest teams, Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns, faced off. League leaders Sundowns started the game strongly and displayed dominant play in the early stages. This paid off in the final seconds of the first half when midfielder Teboho Mokoena scored, giving them a 1-0 lead and high morale going into the second half. However, everything changed in the second half. Kaizer Chiefs found the equalizer in the 51st minute through Wandile Duba, making it 1-1. After this goal, the…

South Africa wants to make use of drone technology to enhance its border security. Minister of Home Affairs Dr. Leon Schreiber introduced the latest surveillance equipment to be used by the Border Management Authority (BMA). The system includes four drones and 40 body-worn cameras, aimed at monitoring illegal activities and increasing accountability at points of entry. Introduction of State-of-the-Art Drones and Body Cameras The minister introduced the security measures as follows: “In terms of our unwavering commitment to digital transformation, we launched today four advanced unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, and 40 body-worn cameras that will be deployed…

On Saturday, April 12, Botswana’s star athlete Letsile Tebogo claimed victory in the 200m race at the FNB Golden Prix held at Gaborone Stadium. He completed the race in just 20.23 seconds. Having missed the 2024 edition of the same event, the Botswanan sprinter delighted his supporters with this triumphant return. After the race, he stated: “This is our catch-up season, but I’m on the podium now. The goal was to finish first and perform well, just like we did in the 2023 championships.” With this win, Tebogo once again demonstrated that his country is ready for the global sporting…

South Africa’s telecom sector is continuing to face rising tensions. Khusela Diko, the chair of Parliament’s Communications Committee, is criticizing Minister Solly Malatsi over his push to implement the Equity Equivalence Investment Programmes (EEIP). Under this program, foreign telecom companies would be exempt from the usual 30% black ownership rule if they invest in areas like infrastructure or training. In her criticism on X (formerly Twitter), Diko claimed that Malatsi is trying to loosen the rules to support big businesses, particularly in a bid to pave the way for Elon Musk’s Starlink. Diko strongly opposes the implementation of EEIP, as…

Manchester United drew 2-2 away with Lyon. As a result, the team, including Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, came under heavy criticism. Onana, with 8 errors and the most goals conceded in the Premier League due to mistakes, and the criticism from former Manchester United player Nemanja Matic, had the spotlight on him. Manager Amorim deflected the rising media criticism from his players and took the responsibility on himself. “If you look at this season, in the last few games and months, I’ve made more mistakes than them,” “There’s nothing I can say to Andre in this moment that will help…

Football legends like Abedi Pele, Amanda Dlamini, and Asamoah Gyan will mentor young players at the 2025 CAF African Schools Football Championship. The third edition of the tournament will be held in Accra, Ghana, from April 23-26, 2025. The teams that passed the regional qualifiers, along with host nation Ghana, will compete for the African championship title. CAF has invited seven African football legends to support young players and provide mentorship during the tournament. Among the invited legends are Clementine Toure (Ivory Coast), Robert Kidiaba (DR Congo), Pele, Gyan, Adjoa Bayor (all from Ghana), Dlamini (South Africa), and Kareem Haggui…