South African billionaire Mark Shuttleworth promised islanders $3.20 a day and paid 46 cents
Mark Shuttleworth's foundation offers Príncipe residents up to $290 a quarter to protect nature. One recipient's first payment was about $42.
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Nigerian billionaire Arthur Eze's Oranto sells 75% stake in São Tomé Block 3 to Petrobras
Brazil's Petrobras has agreed to acquire a 75% operating interest in Block 3 offshore São Tomé and Príncipe from Arthur Eze's Oranto Petroleum, its latest move in a fast-expanding African exploration portfolio.
South African billionaire Mark Shuttleworth to pay $958 to Principe Island residents to protect biodiversity
South African tech billionaire Mark Shuttleworth is launching a cash stipend for thousands on Principe Island to reward environmental protection efforts.