Safaricom expands M-PESA platform to Ethiopia, boosting regional financial inclusion
The move aims to strengthen regional financial inclusion and boost economic activity across borders.
East Africa
Aga Khan IV's investment in Nairobi’s Jubilee Holdings gains $3.4 million
This follows an earlier loss of $3.52 million between April 16 and 26 when his holdings dropped from $40.78 million to $37.27 million.
NCBA opens new branch in Kenya to enhance banking services
NCBA Bank unveils a new branch to deepen local engagement and enhance financial inclusion in Kwale County of Kenya.
Mauritius-based CIEL records $109.3-million profit in 2024
This was fueled by disciplined cost management across the group’s business clusters, solidifying its standing as one of the largest and most profitable conglomerates in Mauritius.
Adani Energy signs $741-million power deal with Kenya amid controversy
This partnership is aimed at bolstering Kenya's power infrastructure and underscores Adani's expanding presence in Africa.
Adenia partners enters Egypt, strengthening African presence
This marks the firm’s eight location across the continent and underscores its commitment to responsible investing and sustainable development in Africa.
Mauritian Doger de Speville family's Medine posts $25.9-million profit in FY 2024
Medine's performance underscores its ability to navigate economic challenges, with real estate driving its growth during the period under review.
South African fund manager eyes stake in ports company owned by Mombasa-based Mohamed Jaffer
This move is part of AIIM's strategy to expand its investments in African infrastructure, particularly in logistics.
Court orders Kenyan media mogul Samuel Macharia to repay $3.1 million to Directline Assurance
Justice Alfred Mabeya, in his ruling, stated that the transfer of funds by Macharia, 82, was illegal and intended to financially cripple the company.
NCBA, backed by Kenya’s richest families, partners with fintech firm to boost African remittances
The collaboration aims to make money transfers faster, safer, and more affordable.
Kenyan tycoon Andrew Ndegwa’s stake in NCBA surges above $26 million
Ndegwa sees $3.82-million gain as NCBA Group shares surge 16.8 percent on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Kenyan tycoon John Kimani's stake rebounds above $22 million
John Kimani, has seen his shares in Kakuzi surpass $22 million (Ksh2.87 billion), marking a gain of Ksh383.4 million ($2.97 million) in just eight days.
Britam, owned by Kenya's richest investors, eyes investors with fixed-income dollar fund
This strategic move aims to tap into the growing interest in dollar-denominated instruments.
Mauritian tycoon Arnaud Lagesse guides IBL to record $2.2-billion revenue in H1 2024
IBL Group sees record-breaking revenue of $2.2 billion under Mauritian businessman Arnaud Lagesse's leadership.
Kenya’s richest banker James Mwangi gains $5.3 million from stake in Equity Group
Mwangi, who holds a 3.38 percent stake, equivalent to 127,809,180 ordinary shares, has seen his investment rebound by Ksh683.78 million ($5.3 million) over the past seven weeks.
Luxury apartments worth $7.7 million handed over by firm linked to Kenyan billionaire heiress Mary-Ann Musangi
The luxury units are priced between Ksh36 million ($280,000) and Ksh52 million ($404,000), reflecting a significant increase in value.