Top 10 richest women in Kenya
Kenya’s wealthiest women are forging cross-sector empires, driving East Africa’s economic growth through strategic leadership and investments in finance, real estate, agriculture, and manufacturing.
NCBA, backed by Kenya’s richest families, earns $2.1 million from AIG sale
NCBA Group earned $2.1 million from its full acquisition of AIG Kenya, boosting its financial services footprint and expanding long-term customer value.
Aliko Dangote’s sugar business eyes Ghana’s $162 million import market
Dangote Sugar expands into Ghana with a $162 million project to reduce imports, boost agro-industrial output, and support local supply under AfCFTA.
7 African billionaires pouring millions into the future of sports
Africa’s richest are reshaping sports, from rugby and football to basketball, using wealth to drive youth empowerment, global expansion and local impact.
15 companies owned by Nigerian energy tycoon ABC Orjiako
ABC Orjiako built a vast empire spanning oil, logistics, and healthcare, despite legal battles tied to his exit from Seplat Energy.
Baloobhai Patel acquires $1.2 million more shares in Absa Kenya
Baloobhai Patel ups Absa Kenya stake by $1.2 million, showing confidence in lender's growth as bank posts strong profit despite tough macro conditions.
Gautam Adani’s port arm eyes South Africa amid expansion push
Adani Ports is evaluating a push into South Africa as it seeks to expand across African trade routes after turbulence slowed its international momentum.
Elon Musk’s Starlink wins Congo license after earlier ban
Congo lifts ban on Elon Musk’s Starlink, clearing the way for satellite internet in underserved regions amid efforts to expand access across Africa.
Aliko Dangote reaffirms $30 billion revenue target amid U.S. tariff
Aliko Dangote reaffirms his $30 billion revenue target by 2026, undeterred by shifting U.S. tariffs and global trade tensions under Donald Trump.
Eaton posts $6.4 billion in Q1 sales as Craig Arnold plans retirement
Eaton posts record $6.4 billion Q1 2025 sales as CEO Craig Arnold prepares to retire, driven by 9% organic growth in core segments despite global headwinds.
Aig-Imoukhuede leads Access Holdings to $113 million profit in Q1 2025
The group's diverse structure has found fresh momentum under the leadership of Aig-Imoukhuede, who returned to the helm after the passing of Herbert Wigwe.
Aliko Dangote's sugar empire posts $133 million revenue in Q1 2025
The strong performance expands its lead as Nigeria’s top food conglomerate.
Duncan Wanblad-led Anglo American gets nod to spin off platinum unit
Anglo American has won shareholder approval to spin off its platinum arm, Valterra Platinum, effective May 31, 2025, as part of a major restructuring.
Karl Toriola-led MTN Nigeria posts $658 million revenue in Q1 2025
The surge in revenue was fueled by robust demand across voice, data, fintech, and digital services, with particularly strong performance in its data and voice segments.
Before the billions, Aliko Dangote was Nigeria’s rising trading magnate
Before Aliko Dangote became Africa’s richest man, he quietly built a trading empire in Nigeria, mastering supply chains and laying his industrial legacy.
Zenith Bank pays Jim Ovia $12.7 million in dividends
Jim Ovia takes home $12.7 million in dividends as Zenith Bank delivers record profits and boosts shareholder payouts.