
Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN eyes Jumia buyout as market value hits $600 million
AXIAN Telecom considers buying Jumia after raising stake and securing $600 million in bonds to boost Africa’s digital commerce growth.
AXIAN Telecom considers buying Jumia after raising stake and securing $600 million in bonds to boost Africa’s digital commerce growth.
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With Jumia’s market capitalization approaching $400 million, AXIAN’s growing interest underscores its faith in the platform’s renewed business focus.
The deal comes as longtime backer Baillie Gifford sold off its remaining shares in Jumia, closing the book on a multi-year bet on the e-commerce platform.
AXIAN Telecom has secured $100 million from EIB Global to expand 4G and 5G in Madagascar and Tanzania, enhancing digital access and inclusion.
This will enable AXIAN to modernize its network infrastructure, expand 4G and 5G services, and fuel digital innovation across its operations.
The development follows AXIAN Telecom’s strategic move in July 2023, where the company, led by Hiridjee, increased its stake in Free in Senegal to 80 percent.
Under Hiridjee, AXIAN Telecom has achieved remarkable growth through active acquisitions and substantial network investments since 2015.
The deal fits perfectly with AXIAN Telecom’s ambitious growth plan.
Hiridjee said the transaction’s success reflects AXIAN Telecom’s resilient business model.