South African businessman Jens Montanana gains $28 million from Datatec shares
The jump comes as investors continue to show strong interest in the company, reflecting growing optimism around Africa’s expanding digital landscape.
Britam, backed by Kenya’s Elite, buys $5.9 million stake in Nigerian reinsurer
The group invested $5.9 million through its wholly-owned unit, Britam Life Assurance Company (Kenya), to acquire a 30 percent stake in Continental Re Kenya.
Rihanna loses $400 million, but net worth stays above $1 billion
According to Forbes, which recently updated its estimate of her net worth, Rihanna’s wealth has dropped from $1.4 billion to $1 billion.
Billionaire Michael Lee-Chin’s firm to issue $300 million international bond
NCBFG, led by Michael Lee-Chin, plans a $300 million bond to repay debt and boost sustainable growth. Fitch rates it B+.
Nigerian energy magnate Austin Avuru records $23.6 million loss on Seplat stake
Since the start of the year, the market value of this stake has fallen by $23.6 million, driven by a slump in the company’s share price.
Aliko Dangote’s refinery relies on U.S. crude imports amid Nigeria supply drop
The shift underscores evolving global trade dynamics and Nigeria’s urgent need to stabilize fuel production.
JP Morgan’s stake in July Ndlovu-led Thungela drops below $50 million
JP Morgan’s Thungela stake drops to $47 million despite raising its holding, as coal prices retreat and investor sentiment shifts amid global energy transition.
Steph Curry’s business ventures earn $174 million in annual revenue
Steph Curry’s Thirty Ink generated $174M revenue in 2024, driven by profitable divisions and Under Armour partnership.
Ally Awadh’s Lake Gas receives Nigerian cooking gas shipment to cut prices in Kenya
Lake Gas, led by Ally Awadh, lands Nigerian LPG at Kenya’s Vipingo terminal to lower prices and boost East Africa’s clean energy supply.
U.S.-Nigerian telecom executive Sam Darwish records $7.24 million decline on IHS stake
The decline reflects ongoing investor caution and broader market volatility affecting emerging-market telecom stocks.
Femi Otedola calls Dangote Refinery 'eighth wonder' during President Tinubu visit
Femi Otedola praises Dangote Refinery as the “eighth wonder” during President Tinubu’s visit, highlighting Nigeria’s industrial rise and investor confidence.
Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Telecom takes stake in Jumia
The deal comes as longtime backer Baillie Gifford sold off its remaining shares in Jumia, closing the book on a multi-year bet on the e-commerce platform.
Britam, backed by Kenya’s elite, reverses $16 million paper loss on HF investment
Britam has reversed a $16 million impairment loss on HF Group, signaling renewed confidence and bolstering its capital position after strong 2024 earnings.
Moroccan billionaire Alami Lazraq gains $78 million from ADI shares
This is a reversal from early May when ADI came under pressure. Between May 6 and May 22, Lazraq’s stake lost MAD570.53 million ($61.78 million) in market value.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank gets $34 million to expand SME lending in Côte d’Ivoire
Coris Bank secures $34.3 million loan from Proparco to expand SME lending in Côte d’Ivoire and grow its $9 billion footprint across West and Central Africa.
Africa’s newest billionaire Zak Calisto gains $115 million from Karooooo’s stake
Zak Calisto’s Karooooo stake rises to $1.17 billion, gaining $115 million as SaaS growth drives revenue and user expansion across 23 countries.