10 assets owned by Nigeria’s richest woman Folorunso Alakija
Alakija’s path to prominence began in 1974, when she took on the role of secretary at Sijuwade Group, a conglomerate owned by the late Oba Okunade Sijuwade.
10 Algerian businessmen you should know
These visionaries are transforming industries like steel, cement, and petrochemicals, while also embracing technological innovations to open new doors for growth.
Ally Edha Awadh: The Tanzanian entrepreneur behind Dar es Salaam-based Lake Group
From flipping burgers in Canada to leading one of East Africa’s largest energy conglomerates, Ally Edha Awadh’s journey is a story of vision, hard work, and adaptability.
10 assets owned by Kenya’s largest landholders, Kenyatta family
Driven by the vision for Kenya’s development, the Kenyattas have strategically invested in sectors crucial to the nation’s growth, from infrastructure to agriculture.
Johann Rupert’s Reinet faces shareholder shift amid broader strategic moves
PIC lowers voting rights in Reinet to 14.956%, reflecting strategic portfolio adjustments post-Reinet's $1.5 billion BAT divestment.
Meet Edha Nahdi: Tanzanian tycoon driving East Africa’s cement revolution
Nahdi’s crowning achievement is Amsons Group’s acquisition of Bamburi Cement, Kenya’s largest producer.
JP Morgan sells $110 million stake in South Africa’s Clicks Group, led by Bertina Engelbrecht
The banking giant sold $110 million worth of shares in Clicks Group, reducing its stake from 5.96% to 3.48%.
JP Morgan bets big on Mpumi Madisa-led Bidvest with $241 million stake acquisition
The banking giant invested R4.42 billion ($241.29 million) to secure a 5.03 percent beneficial stake in Bidvest.
Trustco, controlled by Namibian businessman Quinton van Rooyen, expands share capital with $3.2 million issuance
The new shares were allocated to Riskowitz Value Fund on Jan. 21, 2025, marking the first tranche of the acquisition.
Luxembourg-based firm controlled by South Africa’s richest man hits $7.2 billion in net assets
Its portfolio includes stakes in Pension Insurance Corporation Group Limited, British American Tobacco (BAT), and other diversified assets.
Craig Arnold’s Eaton stake hits $255 million, solidifying his place among America’s richest Black executives
Eaton’s growth is also reflected in its strong financial results, including a 9-month net sales increase of 8.18 percent year-over-year.
Namibian businessman Quinton van Rooyen’s Trustco mulls delisting to sharpen growth focus
Trustco Group considers delisting from the JSE, NSX, and OTCQX to streamline operations, focus on growth, and pursue broader international opportunities.
Caxton appeals to constitutional court over Media24’s $2.5 million restructuring deal
Caxton appeals Media24’s $2.5 million restructuring plan, citing risks to media diversity, rural access, and competition in South Africa’s shifting print landscape.
10 companies owned by Egyptian billionaire El-Sewedy family
The El-Sewedy family leads a diverse portfolio of energy, electrical, and infrastructure companies across the Middle East and Africa.
South African insurance tycoon Adrian Gore’s Discovery stake drops below $500 million
This marks a reversal after his stake surged by $147.4 million in 2024, reaching $525.12 million in 2024.
Sue Nabi, Algerian-born French entrepreneur, gains $16.9 million in a week
The recent increase highlights renewed investor confidence in Coty’s strategic direction under her leadership.