
ORA Developers, led by Naguib Sawiris, begins Al-Wardi City project in Iraq
Ora Developers, led by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, has broken ground on Iraq’s Al-Wardi City, a major eco-focused housing and smart city project near Baghdad.
Ora Developers, led by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, has broken ground on Iraq’s Al-Wardi City, a major eco-focused housing and smart city project near Baghdad.
This comes after growing complaints from tourists about poor management, aggressive traders, and disturbing reports of animal cruelty.
This follows a $500 million gain in 2024 when his fortune increased from $6.48 billion to $6.98 billion.
Sawiris cautioned that the ambitious projects require substantial foreign currency, straining Egypt’s economy.
With his net worth now at $7.27 billion, Sawiris remains Egypt’s second-richest man, trailing his younger brother, Nassef Sawiris, who is worth $8.99 billion.
Their influence extends far beyond their home country, driving investment, policy shifts, and innovation.
The payout comes as the company reaffirms its commitment to its shareholders amid economic pressures.
Naguib Sawiris plans to invest $150 million in luxury hotels near Egypt’s iconic Pyramids, aiming to enhance the country’s tourism appeal.
Orascom Financial Holding’s Q3 2024 financial results show a smaller loss compared to last year, but asset shrinkage and declining profits continue to challenge the company.
Sawiris launches Moniify, a Dubai-based digital platform delivering emerging market business and finance news from a local perspective.
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
Egyptian billionaire and Ora Developers Chairperson Naguib Sawiris has expressed concerns over the potential of a real estate bubble in Egypt.
Billionaire Naguib Sawiris expands Orascom's gold investments to $1.5 billion amid rising global demand from China and Russia.
Egypt’s second-richest man Naguib Sawiris to sell coastal property amid investment expansion.