Naguib Sawiris steps down as chairman of Orascom Investment Holding
Egyptian billionaire businessman Naguib Sawiris has stepped down from his role as the chairman of Orascom Investment Holding.
North Africa
WorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed commits $500 million to philanthropy in Somaliland
WorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed has launched a $500-million fund to support education, healthcare and infrastructure development in his native Somaliland.
Nassef Sawiris, Issad Rebrab and family named world’s richest Arabs
Egypt’s Nassef Sawiris and Algeria’s Issad Rebrab and family have emerged as the first and second richest Arabs in the world.
Sawiris family moves to expand further in Egypt’s gold sector
A deal between AKH Gold and Egypt’s Petroleum and Mineral Resources Ministry will increase the Sawiris’ stake in the gold sector.
$200-million stock deal deepens Sawiris family interest in global gold market
La Mancha Holdings announced the closing of a $159-million subscription to the shares of Endeavour Mining Corporation.
Mohamed Frikha’s Syphax Airlines partners with local aviation firm to provide online pilot training
The training will help update its pilots’ skills and provide a better customer experience.
Nigeria to commission $1.3-billion fertilizer plant with Morocco
The plant will facilitate fertilizer production using gas reserves, improve Nigerian agriculture and enhance bilateral trade between the countries.
Mark Cuban invests in Morocco’s tech sector as ties with Israel restored
U.S. billionaire Mark Cuban is making moves to invest in Morocco’s emerging fintech sector.
Egyptian real estate tycoons keep busy during COVID-19 pandemic
Ever wonder what your favorite Egyptian real estate billionaires have been up to during the COVID-19 pandemic?