7 assets owned by South African real estate tycoon Kiriakos Anastasiadis
Dive into his vast real estate portfolio, including the iconic Mall@Reds, transformative Trade@55, and innovative Hey Joe Brewing Company.
Firm led by Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour closes $13.7-million securitized bond
Mansour, the chairman of Palm Hills Developments, owns a 7.29-percent stake in the leading real estate group.
Nigerian billionaire Arthur Eze receives two-year oil exploration license extension in Uganda
Prince Arthur Eze founded oil exploration and production company, Atlas Oranto, in 1991, and built it into one of Africa’s largest independents.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee’s group secures $30-million facility for energy expansion
Under Hiridjee, AXIAN Group has become Madagascar’s leading energy producer.
Namibian businessman Koos Brandt rakes in $2.33 million from Capricorn shares
Brandt, a leading Namibian mogul, who stepped down as the chairman of Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek in 2017, is also the largest individual shareholder in the group.
South African exec Sam Ngumeni earns $5.3-million salary from Woolworths in 2023
Woolworths rewards Ngumeni’s pivotal role with an impressive increase, mirroring the company’s stellar financial year.
Zimbabwean businessman John Moxon loses $12.7-million from stake in Meikles
Moxon owns a 10.8-percent stake in the group.
South African tycoon Pieter Boone receives $1.3-million salary from Pick ‘n Pay in 2023
During his tenure, Pick ‘n Pay achieved remarkable milestones, with gross profit rising from R18.40 billion ($1 billion) in 2022 to R20.94 billion ($1.14 billion) in 2023.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s UBA secures $175-million facility from AfDB
The facility will enhance UBA’s capacity to finance crucial projects in Nigeria, with a focus on infrastructure, agriculture, and related value chains.
Black executive Jason Tyler earns $4.4-million salary from Northern Trust
Beyond his executive and leadership roles at Northern Trust, Tyler owns a minority 0.02-percent stake in the financial services company.
Black executive Sharon Barner earns $3.4-million salary from Cummins in 2022
Cummins Inc.’s administrative chief claims a $3.35-million compensation package amid strong financial performance.
Court rejects bid by late Kenyan multimillionaire’s son in Naivas share dispute
Naivas, founded by Peter Mukuha Kago, finds itself entangled in a legal dispute that adds complexity to its narrative amid ambitious expansion plans.
Top Black executive Deon Riley earns $5.9-million salary from Bath & Body Works
Riley brings a seasoned track record in HR leadership and strategic talent management to her role as chief human resources officer at Bath & Body Works.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola congratulates Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on refinery launch
Otedola congratulated Dangote on the launch of the Dangote Oil Refinery, a $20-billion project.
Top Black executive Cornelius Boone earns $5.3-million salary from eBay
Boone’s role in steering eBay to financial success, coupled with his groundbreaking leadership, is reflected in his base salary, short-term incentive, and long-term incentive.
Kenya’s Merali family suffers almost $4-million loss from Sasini Tea stake
Boasting a majority 65.46-percent stake in the company, the Merali family has long been regarded as one of the wealthiest families in Kenya.