Pick n Pay secures $471 million in Boxer IPO to drive growth strategy
Boxer's oversubscribed listing marks one of Africa’s largest IPOs in 2024.
Naguib Sawiris adds nearly $600 million to fortune, maintains spot among Africa’s richest
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
Orascom Development gets $155 million loan to support green tourism in Egypt
The loan comprises two tranches—$96 million and $57.3 million—aimed at financing green upgrades and unlocking growth potential in El Gouna.
Anglo American sells steelmaking coal business for $4.9 billion
The sale includes a previously announced deal to sell its stake in the Jellinbah coal mine for $1.1 billion.
Kessington Adebutu gains $2.1 million from Wema Bank shares
Adebutu's stake surged by $3.26 million between Sept. 18 and Nov. 11, rising from $13.93 million to $17.19 million.
South African Saltzman family gains $15.7 million from Dis-Chem shares
This recent gain follows an earlier increase of $18.79 million between Sept. 13 and Oct. 26.
NCBA Bank acquires Unga Group’s $6.6-million loan portfolio from Absa Bank
The acquisition underscores NCBA’s commitment to strengthening its domestic operations while reinforcing its role as a leading financial institution in East Africa.
Remgro's Manta Bidco posts $2.3-billion revenue in H1 2024 revenue
The revenue growth was bolstered by a 2.3 percent rise in inpatient admissions and a 2.1 percent uptick in day cases.
Aga Khan IV's stake in Nairobi-based insurer Jubilee sees $1.7-million rebound
His investment has grown by $1.7 million over the past 10 days, cementing his position as a key player in Kenya’s investment landscape.
Brait reduces stake in Premier group to $284.4 million
Brait’s decision to reduce its stake in Premier comes after a successful R750 million ($41.3 million) accelerated bookbuild offering earlier this year.
Kenya’s Merali family sees $2.2-million loss as Sasini Tea shares decline on NSE
This latest decline has further impacted the Merali family’s stake, reducing its value to Ksh2.54 billion ($19.63 million) as of Nov. 22.
Investec maintains $37.6 million amid UK motor finance ruling
Other lenders implicated in the case, including FirstRand and Close Brothers plc, are grappling with the fallout.
Kenya cancels Adani Group's $2.5-billion deals in wake of U.S. indictment
The decision sparked widespread jubilation in the House, with both Senators and Members of Parliament chanting “Adani Must Go,” briefly interrupting the President's speech.
Barry Swartzberg’s Discovery stake increases by $23 million
Swartzberg, a co-founder of Discovery, owns a 3.92 percent stake in the Sandton-based financial services group, amounting to 25,954,540 shares.
Southern Sun posts $18.3-million profit in H1 2025
The South African hospitality group reported a 30% profit increase for the first half of 2025.
Karooooo shares decline, costing Zak Calisto $60.5 million
This follows a $107.76 million decline recorded between Oct. 14 and Nov. 6, pushing his stake further below the $1 billion mark.