South African tycoon Terrence Moolman loses $3.6 million in Caxton stake in just 6 days
This setback comes after a previous gain of $5.6 million recorded between April 3 and May 20.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery makes first jet fuel export to Europe
The maiden consignment, comprising 45,000 metric tons of jet fuel, embarked on its journey to Rotterdam, Netherlands, aboard the vessel “Doric Breeze” from the Lekki Free Zone in Lagos on May 27.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s net worth falls below $3 billion
Motsepe’s fortune peaked above $3 billion in May, but a $200 million decline linked to his stake in African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) has pushed his net worth to $2.8 billion.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s Geregu Power inks deal with Siemens Energy to triple capacity
The MoU, signed in Berlin on May 29, 2024, focuses on developing solutions for sustainable, resilient, and efficient power generation at Geregu’s existing plant.
Moroccan real estate magnate Alami Lazraq makes $10.8 million from ADI stake
This gain follows a period of decline, with Alami Lazraq’s shares in ADI dropping by $17.39 million between May 15 and 23
Eaton under Black executive Craig Arnold deepens AI partnership with Palantir for enhanced efficiency
Eaton’s deepened partnership with Palantir under Craig Arnold is a step forward in the adoption of AI within industrial operations.
South African Saltzman family transfers $47 million in Dis-Chem shares to executives
The recent sale aligns with a broader trend in the South African retail industry, where founding families reduce their control over companies.
South African billionaire Saltzman family’s Dis-Chem sees earnings top $73 million
The South African billionaire Saltzman family holds a 35.1 percent stake in the company, valued at R9.97 billion ($529.23 million).
Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki buys 20 million shares in CIC Insurance Group
Gideon Muriuki’s increased stake in CIC Group, alongside his 1.75 percent stake in Co-op Bank, solidifies his position among the wealthiest investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour’s company records $131-million revenue in Q1 2024
Executive Chairman Yasseen Mansour attributed the impressive results to strong sales across various regions.
Nigerian energy tycoon Austin Avuru’s Seplat seals $1.28-billion deal with ExxonMobil and NNPCL
The NNPCL announced on May 30, 2024, the formalization of an agreement that transfers ExxonMobil’s interests in Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU) to Seplat.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola locks horns with Zenith Bank over alleged debt fraud
Otedola, who ranks among Africa’s billionaires, accuses Zenith Bank of perpetrating banking fraud.
After expanding to 99 countries, Elon Musk’s Starlink secures approval in Zimbabwe
Launched in Africa in 2022, Starlink has rapidly expanded its footprint, with Elon Musk emphasizing the company’s commitment to operating wherever legally permitted.
South African billionaire Jannie Mouton sees $46.9 million loss on Capitec shares
This comes on the heels of a $94 million gain recorded between April 17 and May 4 when the market value of his stake surged from $646.08 million to $740.15 million.
Palantir led by African-American billionaire Alex Karp wins $480 million Pentagon AI contract
The Maven Smart System aligns with the Pentagon’s CJADC2 initiative, aimed at improving decision-making and operational efficiency within the U.S. military’s Central Command area.
South African tycoon Barry Swartzberg’s stake in Discovery slumps below $155 million
This recent slump compounds a previous loss of $7.91 million recorded between April 30 and May 16.