Two of Burkina Faso's richest men are at war over TotalEnergies' former assets
Burkina Faso's two most powerful businessmen are fighting over TotalEnergies' former 170-station fuel network, according to Africa Intelligence.
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IFC weighs $100 million loan to back Coris buyout of Cabo Verde’s top bank
IFC is weighing a $100 million loan to back Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Holding as it finances a majority takeover of Cabo Verde’s BCA.
Burkinabe mogul Idrissa Nassa looks to establish Coris Bank in Gabon
Idrissa Nassa met Gabon’s president as Coris Bank confirmed plans to expand into the country and finance priority projects.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa taps former Endeavour Mining chief to run Mansa Resources after Hummingbird takeover
Idrissa Nassa has hired former Endeavour Mining CEO Sebastien de Montessus to lead Mansa Resources and restart mines acquired from Hummingbird.
Idrissa Nassa's Coris Bank takes full control of Cape Verde bank
Coris Bank, led by Idrissa Nassa, completes takeover of Cape Verde’s BCA, expanding its African banking footprint.
Idrissa Nassa opens $1.33 million amphitheater in Burkina Faso
Burkinabe businessman Idrissa Nassa opens a $1.33 million amphitheater to enhance education and professional training.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa watches as Cameroon moves to take over SocGen unit
Cameroon is set to take control of Société Générale Cameroun, and Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank is positioning for what could come next.
Burkina Faso’s Idrissa Nassa rebrands TotalEnergies unit as Barka Energies in landmark acquisition
Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Invest Group has rebranded TotalEnergies Burkina as Barka Energies, turning a global asset into a fully Burkinabè fuel operator.
Idrissa Nassa's Coris Bank gets $11.6 million investment from Dutch lender to support expansion
Coris Bank, led by Idrissa Nassa, secures $11.6 million from Dutch lender FMO to fund WAEMU expansion, strengthen digital banking, and boost lending capacity.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Holding gets $115.7 million to boost banking in West Africa
Idrissa Nassa gets $115.7 million investment to grow Coris Bank and expand banking access across West Africa.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank Senegal gets $10 million IFC funding
Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank Senegal secures $10 million IFC funding to expand trade finance and strengthen its West African network.
Burkinabe billionaire Idrissa Nassa seals deal to acquire TotalEnergies Burkina
Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Invest Group has acquired TotalEnergies Burkina, marking a historic shift toward African ownership in the energy sector.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank launches operation in Central Africa
The new subsidiary, Coris Bank International Chad, takes over from Société Générale Chad following the completion of its acquisition on Feb. 31, 2024.
Burkinabe tycoon Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank gets $34 million to expand SME lending in Côte d’Ivoire
Coris Bank secures $34.3 million loan from Proparco to expand SME lending in Côte d’Ivoire and grow its $9 billion footprint across West and Central Africa.
Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank secures $7.6 Proparco guarantee to boost trade in Chad
Coris Bank secures $7.6 million guarantee to boost trade in Chad, addressing supply gaps and supporting local industries for long-term economic growth.
Banking tycoon Idrissa Nassa expands Coris Bank to Gabon, strengthening African footprint
This move is part of the bank’s broader strategy to strengthen its position among Africa’s top financial institutions.