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No respite for Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi as court of appeal sacks Wole Olanipekun SAN as consortium of banks tighten their grip on Nestoil and Neconde
Nigeria’s appeal court says receivership has frozen the board’s authority, forcing Nestoil and Neconde to swap legal teams mid battle with lenders.
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Aliko Dangote’s refinery benefits as Europe, U.S. shut fuel plants
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South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richement sells Baume & Mercier
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont sells Baume & Mercier to Italy’s Damiani Group as luxury portfolios shift.
Patrice Motsepe joins world’s top 1,000 richest as net worth tops $4 billion
Patrice Motsepe enters the world’s top 1,000 richest as his net worth climbs above $4 billion, driven by gains in mining and investments.
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South African tycoon Barry Swartzberg’s Discovery stake rises above $320 million
South African billionaire Barry Swartzberg’s Discovery stake rises above $320 million as shares recover on the JSE.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp unloads $110 million in stock within 100 days
Alex Karp has sold more than $110 million in Palantir shares within 100 days amid stock volatility and tax obligations.
South African billionaire Jannie Mouton’s Capitec stake tops $1.2 billion
Jannie Mouton’s Capitec stake tops $1.2 billion as an 18-day share rally adds $67.58 million in value, cementing his position among South Africa’s financial elite.
Turkish steel billionaire Fuat Tosyali presses Brussels to lift quotas on Turkey and Algeria as EU tightens import net
Fuat Tosyali wants Brussels to lift steel quotas on Turkey and Algeria, arguing Europe needs low emission supply as safeguards tighten.
Egyptian tycoon Hani Berzi's Edita expands Africa reach with HoHos, Twinkies and Tiger Tail deals
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Billionaire Mohamed Mansour's Al Mansour rolls out Chevrolet EVs in Egypt
Egypt’s Al-Mansour Automotive, led by billionaire Mohamed Mansour, launches Chevrolet’s Captiva EV and Spark EUV in partnership with GM.
Egyptian businessman Hani Berzi gains $4.8 million from Edita Food shares
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Egyptian entrepreneur Omar Khairy unveils RIGA Holding’s 2026 projects in Sao Tome, Senegal, Mozambique and others
Egyptian entrepreneur Omar Khairy unveils RIGA Holding’s 2026 projects in Sao Tome, Senegal, Mozambique, and across sub-Saharan Africa.
Egyptian billionaire El-Sewedy family’s company wins $60 million Kuwait contract
Egyptian billionaire El-Sewedy family’s Elsewedy Electric wins $60 million Kuwait contract to expand MENA infrastructure projects.
Moroccan real estate tycoon Alami Lazraq gains $43 million from ADI stake
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King Mohammed VI lists late mother’s Paris homes for $35 million
Morocco’s royal family has listed three Paris area properties tied to the late Princess Lalla Latifa, drawing fresh attention to royal wealth.
Aliko Dangote’s refinery benefits as Europe, U.S. shut fuel plants
Aliko Dangote’s refinery gains global importance as U.S. and European shutdowns tighten fuel supply in the Atlantic Basin.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu joins Seplat Energy as non-executive director
Seplat said Tony Elumelu’s experience will strengthen board oversight as the company pursues growth in Nigeria’s evolving energy market.
Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Cement plans 20 million-tonne capacity with $240 million expansion
Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Cement plans a $240 million expansion to lift production capacity to 20 million tonnes within 20 months.
Seplat begins ANOH gas production weeks after Tony Elumelu’s Heirs Energies takes $500 million stake
Seplat Energy begins ANOH gas production, increasing Nigeria’s gas supply and supporting industrial and domestic energy needs.
Nigerian software engineer Shola Akinlade's Paystack reorganizes under holding firm after profitability
Paystack restructures under The Stack Group after turning profitable, uniting payments, banking and new ventures under a holding company.
Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Cement plans to nearly double production capacity
Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Cement plans to nearly double annual production from 11 million to 20 million tonnes.
Aradel, led by Nigerian executive Adegbite Falade, gains majority stake in Renaissance
Aradel Holdings becomes the largest shareholder in Renaissance Africa Energy after a $250 million acquisition boosts its stake to 53.3 percent.
FCMB, led by Nigerian banker Ladi Balogun, expects Q1 earnings to top $40 million
FCMB, led by Nigerian banker Ladi Balogun, forecasts Q1 2026 profit to reach $44 million amid strong banking growth.
Safaricom, led by Peter Ndegwa, wins central bank approval for 15% stake sale
Safaricom, led by Peter Ndegwa, wins CBK approval to sell 15% of government stake, raising $1.6 billion for Kenya’s treasury.
Ugandan billionaire Sudhir Ruparelia kicks off Kingdom Kampala expansion with 21-storey tower and helipad
Ugandan tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia is moving ahead with phase two of Kingdom Kampala, anchored by a 21-storey tower and rooftop helipad.
Tanzanian billionaire Rostam Aziz nears $130 million LPG terminal completion
This reflects a major step in his effort to expand LPG supply across East Africa while easing long-standing pressure on the region’s energy infrastructure.
$352 million NCBA stake held by two of Kenya’s richest families in focus after Nedbank bid
$352 million NCBA stake held by Kenya’s Kenyatta and Ndegwa families draws attention after Nedbank’s $856 million takeover offer.
Kenyan businessman Peter Muthoka sells his cargo handling company for $40.1 million
Kenya cleared Celebi’s purchase of a JKIA cargo handler in a $40.1 million deal that reshapes Nairobi’s freight business.
Nedbank offers $856 million for control of Kenya’s NCBA as big shareholders line up for payout
Nedbank offers $856 million for control of Kenya’s NCBA, signaling a regional banking shakeup and a likely payday for top shareholders.
Kenyan billionaire Rasik Kantaria's FMB Capital stake slips below $1 billion
Kenyan billionaire Rasik Kantaria sees FMB Capital stake fall below $1 billion after share gains cool.
Kenyan investor Baloobhai Patel buys additional Absa stake worth $1.3 million
Baloobhai Patel boosts his Absa Bank Kenya holding by $1.3 million, raising his stake to 100 million shares amid strong profits.
Shoprite, partly owned by Christo Wiese, hits 100th solar site, seeks new partners
Shoprite reaches its 100th solar site in South Africa, boosting renewable power while seeking new energy wheeling partners.
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richement sells Baume & Mercier
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont sells Baume & Mercier to Italy’s Damiani Group as luxury portfolios shift.
Patrice Motsepe joins world’s top 1,000 richest as net worth tops $4 billion
Patrice Motsepe enters the world’s top 1,000 richest as his net worth climbs above $4 billion, driven by gains in mining and investments.
South African executive Laurence Rapp-led Vukile buys 35% of Pradera in $5.9B deal
South African executive Laurence Rapp-led Vukile acquires 35% of Pradera in $5.9 billion deal, expanding its retail reach globally.
Aspen Pharmacare founder Stephen Saad eyes Canada as first proving ground for generic Ozempic rivals
Aspen founder Stephen Saad wants Canada to be the proving ground for generic semaglutide, as competitors race regulators and supply constraints.
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles taps Thabiso Legoete to lead Johannesburg push
Heidrick & Struggles has named Thabiso Legoete to run its Johannesburg office, betting on leadership advisory as AI and geopolitics test boards.
South African billionaire Zak Calisto's Karooooo posts $86.1 million in quarterly revenue
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South African billionaire Koos Bekker loses $200 million amid market pullback
South African billionaire Koos Bekker’s net worth fell by $200 million after a pullback in Naspers and Prosus shares.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi brings Carrefour into Ethiopia
Ethiopia’s richest man, Mohammed Al-Amoudi, brings Carrefour to 13 Midroc stores, marking the retailer’s first physical presence in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi sees wealth rebound past $8.1 billion
Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s net worth rebounds to more than $8.1 billion after a $2.42 billion gain tied to his stake in Preem.
Somali e-visa controversy: Ismail Ahmed points to Premier Bank involvement
Ismail Ahmed claims Premier Bank helped design Somalia’s e-visa system and benefits from visa fees through Empire Tech Solutions.
Ahmed Osman Guelleh, one of Djibouti's richest men, recalibrates for a tougher market
Ahmed Osman Guelleh built a logistics and beverage empire around Djibouti’s ports and Somaliland’s Coca-Cola plant. Now competition is testing his hold.
Somali businessman Abdiweli Hassan to invest $503 million in Kenya’s Tatu City
Somali businessman Abdiweli Hassan plans a $503 million mixed-use project at Kenya’s Tatu City, expanding his footprint from retail into urban development.
Ethiopian billionaire Mohammed Al-Amoudi signals return with new mega projects
Ethiopian-born Saudi billionaire Mohammed Al-Amoudi signals a return with new mega projects under MIDROC, pledging jobs and investment as Ethiopia eyes middle-income status.
Preem, linked to Ethiopian billionaire Mohammed Al-Amoudi, posts $2.7 billion in Q2 sales
Preem reports Q2 revenue below $3 billion and swings to a $93.6 million loss as refinery downtime and weaker margins weigh.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi gains $2.2 billion; wealth nears $8 billion
Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s fortune rises $2.2 billion after Svenska sale, pushing his net worth toward $8 billion.
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No respite for Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi as court of appeal sacks Wole Olanipekun SAN as consortium of banks tighten their grip on Nestoil and Neconde
Nigeria’s appeal court says receivership has frozen the board’s authority, forcing Nestoil and Neconde to swap legal teams mid battle with lenders.
Shoprite, partly owned by Christo Wiese, hits 100th solar site, seeks new partners
Shoprite reaches its 100th solar site in South Africa, boosting renewable power while seeking new energy wheeling partners.
Safaricom, led by Peter Ndegwa, wins central bank approval for 15% stake sale
Safaricom, led by Peter Ndegwa, wins CBK approval to sell 15% of government stake, raising $1.6 billion for Kenya’s treasury.
Aliko Dangote’s refinery benefits as Europe, U.S. shut fuel plants
Aliko Dangote’s refinery gains global importance as U.S. and European shutdowns tighten fuel supply in the Atlantic Basin.
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richement sells Baume & Mercier
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont sells Baume & Mercier to Italy’s Damiani Group as luxury portfolios shift.
Ugandan billionaire Sudhir Ruparelia kicks off Kingdom Kampala expansion with 21-storey tower and helipad
Ugandan tycoon Sudhir Ruparelia is moving ahead with phase two of Kingdom Kampala, anchored by a 21-storey tower and rooftop helipad.
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Patrice Motsepe enters the world’s top 1,000 richest as his net worth climbs above $4 billion, driven by gains in mining and investments.
Turkish steel billionaire Fuat Tosyali presses Brussels to lift quotas on Turkey and Algeria as EU tightens import net
Fuat Tosyali wants Brussels to lift steel quotas on Turkey and Algeria, arguing Europe needs low emission supply as safeguards tighten.
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Tetracore Energy Group has received the Indigenous Energy Excellence & Strategic Award from Nigeria House Davos, recognising its impact on Nigeria’s gas and power infrastructure and indigenous leadership.
South African executive Laurence Rapp-led Vukile buys 35% of Pradera in $5.9B deal
South African executive Laurence Rapp-led Vukile acquires 35% of Pradera in $5.9 billion deal, expanding its retail reach globally.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu joins Seplat Energy as non-executive director
Seplat said Tony Elumelu’s experience will strengthen board oversight as the company pursues growth in Nigeria’s evolving energy market.
Tanzanian billionaire Rostam Aziz nears $130 million LPG terminal completion
This reflects a major step in his effort to expand LPG supply across East Africa while easing long-standing pressure on the region’s energy infrastructure.
Aspen Pharmacare founder Stephen Saad eyes Canada as first proving ground for generic Ozempic rivals
Aspen founder Stephen Saad wants Canada to be the proving ground for generic semaglutide, as competitors race regulators and supply constraints.
Executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles taps Thabiso Legoete to lead Johannesburg push
Heidrick & Struggles has named Thabiso Legoete to run its Johannesburg office, betting on leadership advisory as AI and geopolitics test boards.
7 African billionaires who invested $100 million or more in Africa over the last two years
Africa’s richest investors are back in build mode, writing nine figure cheques for refineries, cement, power, AI infrastructure and gold.
