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Vedanta, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, plans $1.5B investment to boost Konkola copper mine output in Zambia by 2031.
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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, strikes fertilizer deal with German firm
Dangote Fertilizer signs a deal with Germany’s thyssenkrupp Uhde to boost Nigeria’s urea capacity and strengthen food security.
Indian billionaire Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta commits $1.5 billion to Zambian mine
Vedanta, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, plans $1.5B investment to boost Konkola copper mine output in Zambia by 2031.
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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.
Michael Jordan nears $4 billion net worth
Michael Jordan nears $4 billion fortune as his wealth hits $3.8 billion, ranking among the world’s richest Black billionaires.
Billionaire El-Sewedy family launches major industrial zone in Egypt
Egypt’s El-Sewedy family partners with Arabia Developments to launch a major industrial zone in New 6th of October City.
Elsewedy Electric, led by Egypt’s billionaire El-Sewedy family, posts $298 million profit in 9M 2025
Elsewedy Electric, led by Egypt’s billionaire El-Sewedy family, saw profit ease to $298.5 million in 9M 2025 even as revenue hit a record $4.22 billion.
Attijariwafa Bank Egypt, backed by Morocco’s royal family, unveils $10 million SME facility
Attijariwafa Bank Egypt and IFC launched a $10 million risk-sharing facility to expand SME lending, boost jobs, and support women-led businesses.
Sim Tshabalala-led Standard Bank expands into Egypt with new office
Standard Bank is launching a Cairo office on Nov. 12, strengthening Africa’s link to global capital markets.
Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris' net worth drops below $10 billion amid gold decline
Naguib Sawiris’ net worth dips below $10 billion as falling gold prices cut $170 million from his fortune.
Egyptian billionaire Mohamed Mansour breaks ground on $150 million Cairo vehicle plant
Mohamed Mansour starts work on a $150 million eco-friendly vehicle factory in Cairo to boost Egypt’s car manufacturing capacity and create thousands of jobs.
Egyptian billionaire Hisham Talaat Moustafa launches new Four Seasons hotel in Giza
TMG starts work on a new Four Seasons in Giza, adding another luxury asset near the Grand Egyptian Museum as Egypt targets higher-value visitors.
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui's stake in ADH rebounds above $1.1 billion
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui regains $170 million as ADH shares rebound on the Casablanca Bourse.
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, strikes fertilizer deal with German firm
Dangote Fertilizer signs a deal with Germany’s thyssenkrupp Uhde to boost Nigeria’s urea capacity and strengthen food security.
Senegal businesswoman wins $4.6 million to boost Gade Gui egg output
Adama Sène Cissé secures $4.6 million from Proparco to expand Gade Gui’s egg production, boosting Senegal’s local food supply.
Cameroonian tycoon Paul Fokam moves to launch Afriland First Bank in Chad
Cameroonian banker Paul Fokam plans to open Afriland First Bank subsidiary in Chad, expanding the group’s regional presence.
Nigerian pharma tycoon Fidelis Ayebae’s stake surges past $21 million
Fidelis Ayebae’s Fidson stake tops $21 million after a 158% stock rally, driven by growing demand for local drugs.
Cosmas Maduka: If Coscharis were listed, I’d be worth $5 billion
Nigerian entrepreneur Cosmas Maduka says Coscharis Group could make him worth $5 billion, reflecting decades of business growth and influence.
Kenyan tycoon Jimnah Mbaru gains $3 million from Britam shares
Kenyan tycoon Jimnah Mbaru gains $3 million as Britam shares surge on Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Tony Elumelu-linked distribution company sends 800 workers home
About 800 workers at AEDC linked to Nigerian investor Tony Elumelu, were laid off this week as part of a company restructuring
Aliko Dangote’s refinery cuts petrol price by 5.6 percent ahead of holiday season
Aliko Dangote’s refinery lowers petrol price by 5.6 percent, easing costs for motorists ahead of the holidays.
Naivas, controlled by Mauritian tycoon Arnaud Lagesse-led IBL, posts $19 million profit
Naivas, Kenya’s biggest retailer now led by Mauritius-based IBL Group, posted a 43% profit jump to $19 million in 2025 despite economic headwinds.
Kenyan banker James Mwangi-led Equity Group nine-month profit rises to $420 million
The solid performance reinforces the lender’s position among Africa’s most profitable financial services groups.
Kenyan tycoon Peter Munga’s wife stops Britam share sale
Kenyan court halts sale of 75 million Britam shares as Peter Munga’s wife claims joint ownership.
Kenyan tycoon David Langat eyes 2027 Governor bid in Nandi
Rift Valley tycoon David Langat says he may run for governor in 2027—likely in Nandi or Uasin Gishu—if grassroots support coalesces behind him.
Axian’s Hassanein Hiridjee seals $63 million deal for Kenya’s Wananchi
Axian Telecom agreed to acquire Wananchi Group for $63 million, adding enterprise fibre and connectivity assets in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Kenyan lawyer Desterio Oyatsi gains $6.7 million from NCBA stake surge
Oyatsi, who serves as the deputy group chairman of NCBA, owns 21.7 million units of the bank’s shares, representing a 1.32 percent stake in the lender.
Agosta Liko’s Pesapal lands KCB investment, resetting Kenya’s payments race
KCB Group plans to take a minority stake in Pesapal, the payments company founded by Agosta Liko in 2009. The tie-up gives Kenya’s biggest bank a foothold in merchant acquiring and digital rails, while Pesapal gains capital and distribution to scale across hospitality, travel, and SME retail.
Kenyan businessman Peter Munga locked in $5 million share feud with wife
Kenya’s Peter Munga is in a $5 million legal fight with his wife over Britam shares tied to a bank loan dispute.
Barloworld, led by Dominic Sewela clears last hurdle in $1.3 billion buyout
Barloworld, led by Dominic Sewela, secures final approval for Newco’s $1.3 billion buyout, paving the way for JSE delisting.
Indian billionaire Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta commits $1.5 billion to Zambian mine
Vedanta, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, plans $1.5B investment to boost Konkola copper mine output in Zambia by 2031.
South African mining tycoon Neal Froneman gains $6 million from Sibanye stake
Neal Froneman gains $6 million from his stake in Sibanye-Stillwater as the company's shares surge 221 percent in 2025.
Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man, loses nearly $1 billion in two weeks
Johann Rupert’s net worth falls nearly $1 billion as Richemont shares drop after EU fines on Chloé and other luxury brands.
Mary Vilakazi-led FirstRand flags extra UK provision risk
FirstRand warns of a possible extra UK provision as tensions rise with the Financial Conduct Authority.
South African investors Kumalo, Oved eye new AI deals after Optasia win
LLH Capital trims its holding in Optasia’s R6.5bn IPO and lines up a fresh push into AI and fintech across Africa.
Swazi billionaire Natie Kirsh sees $710 million drop in wealth
Swazi billionaire Natie Kirsh’s fortune has fallen by $710 million to $9.69 billion as weaker asset valuations hit his global retail and real estate holdings.
Jonathan Oppenheimer calls for urgent red tape cuts in South Africa
Jonathan Oppenheimer urges South Africa to cut red tape and empower small businesses to drive growth.
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.
Sudan’s richest family, the Elnefeidis, seeks $17 million from the IFC to import wheat
Sudan's richest family, the Elnefeidis, is seeking a $19 million facility from the International Finance Corporation to support wheat imports for its Cameroon business.
Ethiopia’s richest man adds $1 billion, back to Bloomberg list after Preem's deal
The $1 billion rebound not only brought him back onto the list but pushed him up to 455th place.
Preem, formerly owned by Mohammed Al-Amoudi, posts $3.29 billion in Q1 sales
Preem's Q1 2025 sales dropped 8.3% to $3.29 billion, with weaker margins and downtime impacting profits.
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Nigerian billionaire Indimi bets $315 million on new offshore vessel to lift oil output
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Aliko Dangote eyes $1 billion Zimbabwe bet in cement and power
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Kenyan tycoon Peter Munga’s wife stops Britam share sale
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