Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa boosts capacity for cross-border services in East Africa
This underscores Liquid’s commitment to enhancing East Africa's digital infrastructure as competition in the region intensifies.
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Sibanye, led by South African tycoon Neal Froneman, reports $379 million loss for first half of 2024
The results mark a stark contrast to the same period in 2023, when Sibanye posted a profit of R7.8 billion ($427 million).
7 businesses owned by prominent Ghanaian entrepreneur Ibrahim Mahama
Mahama is transforming multiple sectors across Africa with his dynamic business ventures, from mining to agriculture, while championing philanthropy and economic development.
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote tops Africa’s richest list again
Dangote has reclaimed the title of Africa’s richest person, surpassing South African Johann Rupert, according to Bloomberg and Forbes data.
Egyptian fintech founder Islam Shawky’s Paymob raises $22 million
The latest funding follows a $50-million Series-B round in 2022 led by PayPal Ventures, Kora Capital and Clay Point.
Richemont, led by Africa's richest man Johann Rupert, urges luxury watchmakers to cut production
Richemont Chairman Johann Rupert urges luxury watchmakers to cut production as global demand cools, warning that oversupply could harm brand value amidst market shifts.
Sibanye-Stillwater, led by CEO Neal Froneman, to cut palladium and platinum output by 45 percent
Sibanye-Stillwater is cutting palladium and platinum production by up to 45 percent to regain profitability amid falling prices.
Egypt's wealthy Khamis family seals deal for $1.5-million solar plant
Oriental Weavers partners with IRSC to install a $1.5-million solar power plant, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions by 4,000 tonnes annually
7 businesses owned by Nigerian senator and mogul Orji Uzor Kalu
Orji Uzor Kalu's business portfolio spans media, shipping, finance, and more. Here are seven key ventures that define his success as a Nigerian entrepreneur.
Kenyan court halts India’s second-richest man Gautam Adani’s airport lease deal
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) filed a joint application urging the court to block the agreement.
Nigerian banker Ladi Balogun-led FCMB Group completes initial phase of capital raise
This move is aimed at strengthening the bank's financial foundation and supporting its expansion within Africa's financial markets.
South African tycoon Christopher Seabrooke's Sabvest Capital stake drops by $4.44 million
Christopher Seabrooke’s stake in Sabvest Capital dips below $70 million as shares slide.
Nigerian insurance tycoon Wole Oshin’s Custodian projects $18-million profit for Q4 2024
Custodian Investment expects a 119.74-percent profit increase in Q4 2024, with after-tax profit projected to reach N30.98 billion ($18 million).
Egyptian mogul Abdallah Sallam's Madinet Masr unveils new luxury project in Mostakbal City
Madinet Masr, led by Abdallah Sallam, launches luxury project in Mostakbal City.
NCBA, backed by Kenya’s richest families, invests $5 million in cybersecurity
NCBA Bank invests Ksh644 million ($5 million) in cybersecurity, enhancing firewalls amid rising cyber threats in Kenya.
Egyptian tycoon Hani Berzi’s Edita Foods stake declines by $9.3 million
Hani Berzi’s fortune dips by over $9 million as Edita Foods shares slide.