Ladi Jadesimi's Aradel becomes Nigeria’s latest billion-dollar energy group with $1.2-billion market cap
Aradel Holdings has surged past the $1 billion valuation mark, with its market capitalization exceeding $1.2 billion
Oprah Winfrey assembles top AI experts for exclusive TV special
The world’s richest Black woman, Oprah Winfrey, dives into AI with new TV special.
Yasseen Mansour’s Palm Hills reports $225-million revenue in H1 2024
Palm Hills Developments reports robust H1 2024 performance, surpasses revenue expectations.
South African insurer seeks $135-million stake in Patrice Motsepe's ARC FSH
Sanlam Life, a subsidiary of Africa's leading insurer Sanlam, has announced plans to acquire a 25-percent stake in ARC Financial Services Holdings.
Nigeria's Adebayo Ogunlesi joins Forbes billionaires list with $1.7-billion fortune
Adebayo Ogunlesi joins Africa’s billionaire ranks, propelled by a $12.5-billion BlackRock deal.
Nassef Sawiris approaches $10-billion net worth: Key companies driving his wealth
Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris' net worth nears $10 billion, up $1.26 billion this year, thanks to strong performance in OCI and Adidas stocks.
Nigerian tycoon Dozy Mmobuosi faces $250-million fine and U.S. corporate ban
A U.S. federal court has ordered Mmobuosi to pay over $250 million in fines and barred him from serving as a director of any public company.
Nigeria’s richest man Aliko Dangote set to roll out petrol from landmark refinery
The $20 billion refinery recently completed a critical test run of its 650,000 barrels-per-day capacity, a significant step towards the official market rollout.
Egyptian billionaire Samih Sawiris’ firm makes strategic $6.8-million property sale
Orascom Development Egypt sells commercial property in O West to Seoudi Supermarket for EGP332 million ($6.8 million).
South African tech mogul Zak Calisto gains $65 million from Karooooo shares
South African tech mogul Zak Calisto's fortune surges by $65 million amid Karooooo's market rally
Egyptian businesswoman Hend El-Sherbini’s IDH posts $51.4-million revenue in H1 2024
IDH's core markets of Egypt and Jordan demonstrated strong performance, highlighting resilience despite regional challenges.
Gabonese tycoon Samuel Dossou-Aworet’s $86-million stake in London-based Tullow highlights global energy interests
Dossou-Aworet leads Petrolin Group, a powerhouse in Africa's oil and gas sector, where he has brokered landmark deals and investments since 1992.
Thomas Etuh, TY Danjuma acquire Notore Chemical in $150-million deal
The acquisition was executed through their respective companies, Tak Agro and TY Holdings.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank posts $363-million profit in H1 2024
Zenith Bank's half-year profit surges 98%, bolstered by robust interest income and trading income growth
Nigerian businessman Ladi Jadesimi’s Aradel to acquire NNPC, TotalEnergies oil fields
The acquisition marks a significant expansion for the integrated energy group.
Eaton, led by Black executive Craig Arnold advances regional presence with new office in Egypt
Eaton expands its footprint to the MENA region to address unique needs of the Egyptian market