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Hitesh Anadkat’s stake in FMB Capital tops $2 billion, driven by soaring shares and the bank’s growth across Southern Africa.
Zimbabwe’s Strive Masiyiwa launches Africa’s first multi-model AI platform
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Egyptian tycoon Hani Berzi’s Edita posts $312 million in nine-month revenue
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Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu commits $1 billion to Kenya infrastructure
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu commits $1 billion to Kenya’s infrastructure projects after meeting President William Ruto.
Aliko Dangote’s net worth slips below $30 billion as cement shares fall
Aliko Dangote’s wealth falls below $30 billion after a decline in Dangote Cement shares amid investor caution and tax policy concerns.
Egyptian billionaire Hisham Talaat Moustafa’s TMG stake rises above $1.3 billion
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Barloworld, led by Dominic Sewela clears last hurdle in $1.3 billion buyout
Barloworld, led by Dominic Sewela, secures final approval for Newco’s $1.3 billion buyout, paving the way for JSE delisting.
Broken promises by wealthy nations: Africa needs to finance its energy addition, then transition
African oil and gas producers should also seek to maximize their own capacities as they develop their own subsurface resources.
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, strikes fertilizer deal with German firm
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Senegal businesswoman wins $4.6 million to boost Gade Gui egg output
Adama Sène Cissé secures $4.6 million from Proparco to expand Gade Gui’s egg production, boosting Senegal’s local food supply.
Indian billionaire Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta commits $1.5 billion to Zambian mine
Vedanta, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, plans $1.5B investment to boost Konkola copper mine output in Zambia by 2031.
Bill Gates foundation pledges $1.4 billion for farming in Africa, Asia
Bill Gates Foundation pledges $1.4 billion to support farmers across Africa and Asia with climate-resilient innovations and food security programs.
