Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s wealth grows by $400 million despite naira devaluation
Otedola’s net worth has surged by $400 million since the start of 2024, increasing from $1.1 billion to $1.5 billion, according to Forbes.
Hot News
Greek tycoon John Coumantaros secures approval to buy out minority stakeholders in Flour Mills of Nigeria
Excelsior Shipping, linked to Coumantaros, has secured a court order to convene a Court-Ordered Meeting, during which shareholders will vote on the proposed scheme.
Vista Equity, under America’s second-richest Black billionaire, joins Blackstone in $8.4-billion Smartsheet deal
This acquisition is expected to deliver substantial value to Smartsheet’s shareholders and aligns seamlessly with the investment strategies of both firms.
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, to open family office in Dubai amid wealth protection shift
The move comes as Dangote, 67, continues to expand his industrial empire, which includes cement, sugar, fertilizer, and a newly operational $20-billion oil refinery in Lagos.
South African tycoon Andre du Plessis sees Capitec Bank stake rise above $160 million
Du Plessis’ stake in Capitec Bank now above $160 million, thanks to $10.49-million gain in 18 days.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote receives approval for $97-million infrastructure project
The project will link the Lekki Deep Sea Port to the Shagamu-Benin Expressway via Epe, enhancing transportation infrastructure in Lagos, Nigeria’s economic center.
Kenyan tycoon Edward Kirathe’s Acorn to delist $44.2-million green bond from NSE
Acorn’s portfolio under Edward Kirathe includes 17,000 beds in 17 student housing properties, with an additional 6,000 beds under development.
Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour’s Palm Hills approves $212.3-million loan for Badya project
Badya, Palm Hills Developments' flagship smart city, leads the way in innovative property development in the MENA region.
Beyoncé poised for multimillion-dollar deal with Levi Strauss
Levi Strauss teased a potential collaboration with Beyoncé in a cryptic Instagram post.
African-American billionaire Alex Karp's Palantir secures $99.8-million contract expansion with U.S. Army
Enhanced expansion to accelerate the adoption of AI-driven technologies in the U.S. defense and intelligence operations.
Kenyan exec Peter Ndegwa's Safaricom partners with Mastercard to accelerate cross-border remittance
The collaboration is set to accelerate the growth of digital payments, reinforcing Safaricom’s leadership in financial innovation across the region.
Moroccan pharma tycoon Lamia Tazi faces $3.35 million loss as Sothema shares dip
Lamia Tazi’s stake in Sothema dips below $65 million as shares slide
Moroccan real estate mogul Alami Lazraq’s ADI stake nears $400 million
Real estate mogul Alami Lazraq’s wealth climbs amid soaring ADI shares.
Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour invests $10.4 million in Egypt’s education sector
Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour increases stake in Taaleem Management Services with $10.4 million share purchase.
MTN, led by Zimbabwean exec Ralph Mupita, seeks boost in intra-African trade
The telecom giant is championing initiatives that promote intra-African trade and connectivity, seeking to drive economic growth across the continent.
Access Holdings, led by Nigerian banker Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, posts $174.5 million in profit in H1 2024
Access Holdings’ profit surges to $174.5 million in H1 2024, riding on strong asset growth and income gains.