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NBA star Damian Lillard makes power move in $6 billion sneaker insole market
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South African tech mogul Zak Calisto takes $180 million hit on Karooooo stake
The $809.2 million decline comes after a brief surge between Jan. 27 and Feb. 6, when his holdings gained $71 million before the downturn wiped out those gains.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe re-elected unopposed as CAF President
His leadership has reshaped CAF’s financial outlook, attracting record sponsorship deals and boosting revenue streams.
Anglo American, led by South Africa’s Duncan Wanblad, to restructure operations, reduce jobs
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Nigerian gambling magnate Kessington Adebutu’s stake in Wema Bank falls $4.92 million
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Egyptian businessman Hani Berzi's Edita Food Industries to raise capital by $2.76 million
Edita Food Industries plans a $2.76 million capital boost via retained earnings, doubling issued capital to $5.53 million as part of its regional expansion strategy.
Standard Bank, led by South African banker Sim Tshabalala, posts $2.4 billion earnings
Under Tshabalala, Standard Bank has continued to strengthen its position as a leading financial institution in Africa, expanding its reach while delivering strong profits.
Gabon’s Samuel Dossou-Aworet, Nigeria’s Abdulrazaq Isa, and Adegbite Falade lead $2.4 billion Shell asset takeover
This acquisition aligns with Shell’s strategy to exit Nigeria’s onshore oil sector, where security risks, environmental concerns, and community unrest have posed persistent challenges.
Why Tony Elumelu isn't a dollar billionaire yet
Reports have speculated that his net worth stands at $2.15 billion, but Forbes remains the recognized authority in wealth rankings—anything else is just speculation.
Decoding the UK's new tax reforms: What high-net-worth Africans need to know
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South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s net worth rebounds to $3 billion after $300 million gain
Motsepe’s net worth surged to $3 billion for the first time since August 2024, marking a significant recovery.