Botswana businessman Anthony Gilby’s Tlou Energy posts $3.7 million loss
The company, still in its exploration and evaluation phase, generated no revenue during the period but continued to invest heavily in its gas-to-power project.
Zak Calisto’s Karooooo faces major write-down after political unrest in Mozambique
It expects minimal impact on earnings and cash flow, as Mozambique contributes a small share of profits across 25 countries.
Seplat, co-founded by Nigerian tycoon Austin Avuru, unveils $650 million notes to slash debt costs
As part of the refinancing process, Seplat has also launched a tender offer allowing investors to sell back their 2026 notes before the March 18, 2025, deadline.
Naira slide cuts $500 million from Nigeria’s third-richest man’s wealth in 24 hours
The sharp decline highlights the volatility of Nigeria’s currency and its direct impact on the fortunes of the country’s wealthiest individuals.
Sue Nabi, Algerian-born French beauty mogul, rakes in $6 million from Coty
This follows a sharp drop between Jan. 27 and Feb. 19, when her stake fell by $64.05 million, from $242.51 million to $178.46 million.
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui secures $27 million loan for 5,600 homes in Abidjan
The project includes 4,600 homes for lower-middle to middle-income buyers and up to 1,000 for lower-income families.
Nigerian banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank stake drops nearly $15 million
This follows a strong performance in January, when his shareholding surged by over $11 million between Jan. 17 and 30.
5 companies owned by South African businessman Lazarus Zim
His career—spanning executive leadership, major acquisitions, and boardroom influence—reflects a deep understanding of South Africa’s shifting economic landscape.
Samih Sawiris’ Orascom Development Egypt posts $430 million in revenue for 2024
Orascom Development Egypt’s revenue surged 41.91% to $430 million in 2024, driven by record real estate sales and strong hospitality growth despite FX losses.
Egyptian steel magnate Ahmed Ezz loses $32 million from Ezz Steel stake
This represents a sharp reversal from the recent highs recorded in February, when the market value of his stake had surged to nearly $1 billion.
Vista, led by Black billionaire Robert F. Smith, explores $4 billion Granicus sale
While discussions are still in the early stages, Vista Equity Partners and Harvest Partners are aiming for a valuation of more than 20 times Granicus’ $175 million in EBITDA.
Botswana retail tycoon Ramachandran Ottapathu’s Choppies sells Zimbabwe unit to local retailer
Botswana’s Choppies exits Zimbabwe, selling its 30-store retail business to Sai Mart as it refocuses on profitable markets amid economic challenges.
Eaton, led by Black executive Craig Arnold, to acquire Fibrebond for $1.4 billion
The deal, subject to regulatory approval, will expand Eaton’s presence in the data center and industrial markets.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s ARM weighs sale of $821 million Harmony Gold stake
The company, which has been expanding into renewable energy, is weighing whether to hold or offload its 11.8 percent stake in Harmony, South Africa’s largest gold miner.
Karp’s fortune falls to $7.7 billion a month after joining Black billionaires worth over $10 billion
The decline is tied to the performance of his 2.63-percent stake in Palantir.
Weeks after crypto scam, Tanzania’s richest man Mohammed Dewji hits $2.2 billion net worth
The latest surge in his net worth comes just weeks after he raised concerns about cybersecurity and the growing use of deepfake technology in financial scams.