Africa’s richest royal family gains $432 million from Attijariwafa Bank stake
Morocco’s royal family gains $430 million as Attijariwafa Bank shares surge, boosting stake to over $7 billion amid rising investor confidence.
Aliko Dangote's mega refinery ends Nigeria’s era as Africa’s top fuel importer
The $20 billion refinery, the largest in Africa and the world’s biggest single-train facility, has reduced Nigeria’s need for imported petrol.
South African tycoon Stephen Saad's Aspen opens regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia
Aspen’s investment comes amid a broader push to localize manufacturing, enhance drug supply chains, and develop regional talent.
Egyptian businessman Ahmed El-Sewedy gains $36 million from company shares
Elsewedy Electric’s shares rise 4.12% in 2025, boosting Ahmed El-Sewedy’s stake amid Egypt’s energy infrastructure and green projects growth.
Barloworld, led by Dominic Sewela, extends probe into Russian operations
Barloworld prolongs Russia probe through Sept. 2025 amid sanctions pressure, falling revenue, and possible delisting via Zahid Group-backed buyout.
Egyptian billionaire Hassan Allam signs deal to revive Alexandria Tram Line
The contract, awarded by the National Authority for Tunnels (NAT), marks a pivotal push to modernize urban transport in Egypt’s second-largest city.
Suresh Bhagwanji Shah’s I&M acquires prime commercial building in Tanzania
The property, now known as I&M House@1046, will serve as the new Tanzanian headquarters for the Nairobi-listed lender and host one of its flagship branches.
South African executive Simon Baloyi-led Sasol wins $241 million Transnet payout
The payment resolves all pending litigation between the two state-backed firms, according to a Sens announcement issued after the market closed on Friday.
Stephen Saad’s Aspen stake drops $21 million in value
This mirrors wider investor caution amid challenges facing the global pharmaceutical sector and instability in emerging markets.
Neal Froneman-led Sibanye reports 289 workers trapped in South Africa mine
Details on the cause of the incident remain scarce, but the company is actively conducting safety checks and shaft inspections before hoisting workers to the surface.
Aliko Dangote's refinery set to start polypropylene exports
The move marks a major milestone for Nigerian industrial exports as the country shifts from import dependence to value-added manufacturing.
Moroccan businesswoman Lamia Tazi's stake in Sothema nears $90 million
This boost comes on the heels of a strong rally in Sothema’s share price on the Casablanca Bourse.
Shameel Joosub-led Vodacom bets big on contracts beyond mobile
The company’s results for the year ending March 31, 2025, underscore a business in transformation, yet also raise questions about financial transparency and consumer risk.
South African pharma tycoon Gus Attridge loses $7 million from Aspen stake
Shares of Aspen Pharmacare plunged 5.44 percent in a week, wiping millions off co-founder Gus Attridge’s stake.
Black executive Marvin Ellison gains $9 million from stock rally
This latest gain builds on a previous $9.2 million increase recorded between April 21 and May 8, during which the value of his holdings rose from $159.15 million to $168.35 million.
Christopher Seabrooke loses more than $4 million on Sabvest shares
Seabrooke, the largest individual shareholder in Sabvest, owns around 16 million shares in the Sandton-based investment holding company.