MTN Uganda posts $637.4 million revenue in 9M 2024
MTN Uganda’s financial success translated into a notable profit increase of 29.6 percent, rising from Ush354.44 billion ($96.87 million) to Ush459.42 billion ($125.58 million).
The 10 biggest donations by Femi Otedola: How he is building a legacy of impact
Otedola’s generosity has touched lives nationwide, with substantial donations spanning education, health, security, and economic empowerment.
Safaricom's CEO Peter Ndegwa earns $1.95 million in 2024 salary
This marks a 19.4 percent decline from last year's earnings of $2.42 million, primarily due to a 31.7 percent drop in the value of share-based awards.
El-Sewedy brothers lose $175 million after becoming Egypt's newest billionaires
Ahmed El-Sewedy, CEO of Elsewedy Electric, and his brother Sadek, the company’s non-executive chairman, hold a majority 51.05 percent stake.
Transaction Capital sells non-core assets in $28.8-million deal
The divestiture, finalized on Nov. 1, is part of Transaction Capital's strategy to streamline operations and focus on core business areas.
Dangote Oil Refinery denies payments to IPMAN amid ongoing negotiations
The refinery specified that any referenced payments were processed through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, not directly to them.
Gus Attridge’s stake in Africa’s largest pharma company drops by $16.5 million
South African pharma mogul Gus Attridge loses $16.5 million from stake in Africa’s largest pharmaceutical company.
Femi Otedola drives parent firm of Nigeria’s oldest bank to $16 billion in assets
His leadership has helped push the group’s total assets past $16 billion, a milestone for the Lagos-based financial services provider.
Ezz Steel shares rebound, boosting Ahmed Ezz’s stake to $755 million
This wealth rebound follows a recent rally in Ezz Steel’s stock price on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), reversing earlier losses.
Eaton posts $18.6 billion in sales in 9M 2024
Electrical and aerospace segments propel growth, vehicle sales lag, CEO Arnold confident as profitability rises 24 percent.
Kenya’s Merali family faces $1.9-million decline from Sasini Tea shares
The decline underscores ongoing pressures on Kenya's agricultural sector as market challenges weigh on shareholder value.
IHS Nigeria powers relief efforts with solar boreholes for Maiduguri flood victims
The boreholes, part of IHS Nigeria’s ongoing collaboration with UNICEF, are designed to help prevent waterborne diseases and mitigate health risks for flood-affected residents.
Access Bank expands to Hong Kong to boost Asia trade operations
The move into Hong Kong comes against the backdrop of escalating U.S.-China tensions and Beijing’s deepening ties with Africa.
Stephen Brookes’ Balwin stake soars above $20 million
Stephen Brookes sees his Balwin Properties stake rise above $20 million amid a rally in the company's shares on the JSE.
Amsons boosts shareholder engagement in $182.4-million bid for Bamburi acquisition
The bid offers an investment of over Ksh23.5 billion ($182.4 million), equating to Ksh65 ($0.5) per share for up to 100 percent of Bamburi's shares.
Nascon reports mixed results amid revenue surge and profit decline
Despite revenue gains, net profit fell 18.64% to N8.96 billion ($5.45 million) due to rising costs.