South African-born Billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong loses $1.2 billion in a month
The decline has wiped out nearly all the gains he made in the first seven weeks of 2025.
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Will.i.am backs large concept models in new tech investment
His latest initiative centers on identifying and supporting young tech talent who can build these next-generation models.
Wale Tinubu’s Oando strikes deal for Nigeria’s biggest solar project after Caribbean win
The project, expected to play a key role in Nigeria’s shift toward sustainable energy, will be executed by Oando Clean Energy, the renewable energy unit of Oando Energy Resources.
Jean Kacou Diagou: Founder of Côte d'Ivoire’s first banking-insurance group
He transformed Africa’s financial sector by founding NSIA Group, the first Ivorian banking-insurance conglomerate, now operating in 12 countries.
7 banks backed by African billionaires
With deep pockets and a sharp eye for opportunity, billionaire-backed banks are making a mark in corporate finance, wealth management, and financial inclusion.
Ugandan tycoon Patrick Bitature suffers another legal defeat against South Africa’s Vantage
Ugandan tycoon Patrick Bitature suffers another legal defeat against South Africa’s Vantage
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery halts petroleum products sales in naira
The decision follows a major policy shift by NNPC, which scrapped the naira-for-crude oil swap deal just ten days ago.
Ghanaian logistics tycoon McKorley donates food to 7,000 widows in Accra
Daniel McKorley’s latest donation comes at a time when soaring living costs have made it harder for many families to afford basic necessities.
Davido balances Afrobeats stardom with role in father’s billion-dollar power company
Away from the bright lights and sold-out arenas, Davido plays a key role in his family’s billion-dollar power company, Pacific Energy Company, a top player in Nigeria’s power sector.
African Bank, led by Kennedy Bungane, completes $28 million Grindrod unit deal
African Bank completes a $28 million Grindrod asset deal, expanding its portfolio with loans, property stakes, and mortgage bonds in South Africa’s financial sector.
Top 10 richest real estate tycoons in Egypt
Real estate tycoons like Naguib Sawiris and Hisham Talaat Moustafa are shaping Egypt’s skyline with multi-billion-dollar luxury and mixed-use developments.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote unveils new industrial projects in Nigeria
Aliko Dangote plans to build Nigeria’s largest seaport at the Olokola Free Trade Zone and resume work on a delayed 6-million-ton cement plant in Ogun.
South African tycoon Mike Teke’s Seriti unveils new coal mine, 300 jobs to follow
With this new mine, Seriti cements its lead as the largest black-controlled coal producer while securing a stable, long-term coal supply for power stations.
Shoprite takes over Pick n Pay’s Hyde Park space—a shift after Raymond Ackerman’s passing
Pick n Pay exits Hyde Park as Shoprite takes over the space for a flagship Checkers FreshX store, reflecting a shift in South Africa’s competitive retail landscape.
Absa Bank names South African banking veteran Kenny Fihla as new CEO
He will take over from Charles Russon, who has been serving as interim CEO following the early retirement of the previous chief executive.
Noel Mkulichi: 7 career-defining milestones of the Malawian banker
Noel Mkulichi transformed FDH Bank, boosting its market cap to $1.26 billion while advancing fintech, expanding financial inclusion, and reshaping Malawi’s banking sector.