Alami Lazraq’s stake in ADI slips below $600 million
Moroccan real estate tycoon Alami Lazraq has seen the market value of his stake drop by MAD1.02 billion ($123.26 million) over the past month.
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Sim Tshabalala named interim head of Standard Bank's South African unit
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Thom Mpinganjira’s FDH Bank stake hits $500 million
This significant growth comes after a notable rise in the shares of the Blantyre-based lender on the Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE).
Egyptian businessman Hani Berzi to pocket $6.9 million dividend
This payout, which more than double what he received last year, underscores Edita’s strong financial position and its commitment to rewarding shareholders.
Barry Swartzberg loses $40 million from stake in Discovery
South African businessman Barry Swartzberg’s stake in JSE-listed Discovery has dropped by $40.1 million, falling from R5.5 billion ($283.8 million) to R4.72 billion ($243.7 million).
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Adebola Adegunwa donates $1 million trauma center to Nigerian hospital
The center, which was completed in less than a year, marks a major step forward in the region’s emergency healthcare capabilities.
JP Morgan acquires additional shares in Bernard Berson-led Bidcorp
JP Morgan, the world’s largest bank by market capitalization, buys additional shares worth $290 million in Bernard Berson-led Bidcorp.
Benedict Peters resolves dispute at Accra Apartment Complex, no arrests, police confirm
Pan-African billionaire Benedict Peters’ dispute over lift access at an Accra apartment complex led to a peaceful vehicle protest, resolved without disruptions.
Abdul Samad Rabiu signs deal for palm oil refinery
The facility will support sustainable practices in agriculture and manufacturing.
LeBron James-backed Lobos 1707 signs strategic vodka deal with Diageo
This partnership marks a fresh start for Ciroc and a major leap forward for Lobos 1707, which has quickly gained traction in the booming agave spirits market.
Zimbabwe’s richest man Strive Masiyiwa’s AI factory to cost $720 million
The facility, which is set to launch in South Africa by June 2025, will provide businesses, governments, and researchers with world-class AI computing capabilities.
MTN, led by Ralph Mupita, partners with Synamedia to launch streaming platform
By employing multiple monetization strategies, the platform will be adaptable to the unique demands of different African markets.
Johann Rupert loses $3.2 billion as Trump tariffs ripple through global markets
South Africa's richest man, Johann Rupert, saw his net worth fall from $17 billion on March 4 to $13.8 billion at the time of this report.
Court blocks East Africa's first billionaire from recovering $2.2 million from dfcu
This marks a twist in the ongoing legal battle between Ruparelia’s Crane Management Services and dfcu bank.
Sanlam Kenya, backed by Kenyan investor Baloobhai Patel, to raise $19.3 million in rights issue
Sanlam Kenya, backed by tycoon Baloobhai Patel, plans a $19.3 million rights issue to cut debt, strengthen its balance sheet, and revive profitability.