Moniepoint secures $110 million in Series-C round backed by Google
This funding will elevate the company’s digital payment and banking capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to revolutionizing financial services across Africa.
Jim Ovia gains $7.1 million from Zenith Bank stake
Ovia, the founder and chairman of Zenith Bank, holds a controlling stake of 16.2 percent — equivalent to 5,082,800,739 shares.
Femi Otedola leads FBN Holdings to $371.9 million profit in 9M 2024
FBN Holdings posts robust financial results as profit surges 125 percent under Femi Otedola’s leadership.
Pick 'n Pay announces exit from Nigeria amid financial losses
South African retailer offloads stake amid challenging market conditions.
Alami Lazraq’s ADI stake surges by $54.4 million
Lazraq, who controls 51.7 percent of ADI, owns 11.4 million shares, making him the largest shareholder in the company.
Transcorp's revenue surpasses $180 million in the first nine months of 2024
Tony Elumelu, chairman of Transcorp Group.
Hani Berzi’s stake in Egypt’s packaged food company surges above $190 million
Over the past 15 days, Berzi's stake has surged by EGP823.77 million ($16.92 million), increasing the market value of his holdings above $190 million.
Harmony Gold records $3.47 billion in revenue at close of fiscal year 2024
The Johannesburg-based miner attributed this growth to increased gold sales and a favorable pricing environment.
ArcelorMittal SA rejects $1-billion acquisition bid from Networth Investments
The rejected offer aimed to secure a controlling stake in the company, with ArcelorMittal reaffirming its commitment to operational independence amid ongoing ownership discussions.
Pick n Pay to list Boxer unit in JSE IPO, targeting $451 million
The IPO could raise up to R8 billion ($451.2 million), potentially the biggest public offering in Africa in 2024.
John Gachora made $1.4 million as CEO of NCBA Group last year
The total compensation for 2023 exceeded the previous year’s total reward of Ksh147.73 million ($1 million) by 25.75 percent.
Dangote Group commits $280 million to CNG technology for Nigeria’s low-carbon future
The move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s push to make gas central to Nigeria’s low-carbon economy.
Barry Swartzberg gains $43.3 million from stake in South Africa’s Discovery
Barry Swartzberg, one of South Africa’s most successful businessmen, holds a 3.92 percent stake in Discovery, amounting to 25,954,540 shares.
Femi Otedola’s $2.25-million gift to Augustine University deepens commitment to education
Otedola’s $2.25-million donation to Augustine University in Lagos bolsters his legacy in education and philanthropy.
FirstRand to appeal UK Court ruling on motor finance broker transparency
In its appeal, FirstRand argues that motor dealers should not be held to fiduciary standards or be required to provide impartial advice.
TFG expands footprint with acquisition of UK Fashion brand White Stuff
TFG is poised to expand its international portfolio with the acquisition of White Stuff, a UK-based fashion and lifestyle brand.