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The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
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Naguib Sawiris adds nearly $600 million to fortune, maintains spot among Africa’s richest
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
South African Saltzman family gains $15.7 million from Dis-Chem shares
This recent gain follows an earlier increase of $18.79 million between Sept. 13 and Oct. 26.
Ahmed Ezz’s stake in Ezz Steel nears $840 million
Ezz Steel’s scale positions it as an industry leader, surpassing competitors like Saudi Arabia’s Hadeed and Emirates Steel.
Naguib Sawiris adds nearly $600 million to fortune, maintains spot among Africa’s richest
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
Orascom Development gets $155 million loan to support green tourism in Egypt
The loan comprises two tranches—$96 million and $57.3 million—aimed at financing green upgrades and unlocking growth potential in El Gouna.
Oriental Weavers achieves strong Q3 2024 results amid global market growth
Oriental Weavers reports robust revenue growth in Q3 2024, driven by international market expansion and strategic domestic initiatives.
Raya Holding posts record-breaking Q3 2024 financial results
Raya Holding’s Q3 2024 results highlight remarkable growth and profitability despite challenging global economic conditions.
Nassef Sawiris sees $930-million wealth gain, entering global top 350 richest
Egypt’s richest man, Nassef Sawiris’ wealth is bolstered by increased cash holdings, rising by nearly $1 billion to $3.85 billion.
Hani Berzi’s Edita Foods stake drops $11.6 million
Despite Edita's leading position in Egypt’s packaged snack market, its shares on the EGX have slipped into year-to-date losses.
Hisham Talaat Moustafa seeks tourism reforms, targets 30 million annual visitors for Egypt
Moustafa outlined a vision to attract 30 million annual visitors to Egypt, leveraging the country’s rich cultural heritage and untapped potential.
Orascom Development Egypt posts record sales growth despite economic challenges
Orascom Development Egypt reports a seventy-seven percent surge in real estate sales, reinforcing its resilience and strategic agility.
Kessington Adebutu gains $2.1 million from Wema Bank shares
Adebutu's stake surged by $3.26 million between Sept. 18 and Nov. 11, rising from $13.93 million to $17.19 million.
Elon Musk’s Starlink halts orders in Nigeria until price hike is approved
Starlink halts new residential kit orders in Nigeria, citing regulatory hurdles over its proposed price adjustments.
Flour Mills gains shareholder approval for buyout deal
The move follows a resolution approved by the Federal High Court, clearing the path for the company’s long-discussed acquisition strategy, which was first unveiled on Sept. 24.
Family feud over $435-million dividend pits Nigerian oil magnate against his daughters
Indimi’s daughters have taken legal action against their father and his oil company, alleging they were unjustly denied their rightful share of a $435.1 million dividend.
Jim Ovia’s stake in Zenith Bank tops $130 million
Jim Ovia’s wealth soars, solidifying his position as Nigeria’s richest banker
Dangote Cement to issue new bond series under $180.5 million program
The move aims to bolster the company’s financial strength and improve operational efficiency.
InfraCredit secures $30 million to fund renewable energy projects in Nigeria
The funding will enable InfraCredit to expand renewable energy infrastructure, strengthening energy access in underserved communities.
IBL Group to offload stake in Mauritian bank to Access Holdings’ UK subsidiary
Mauritian conglomerate led by Arnaud Lagesse seeks to unlock value from early investment in regional bank.
NCBA Bank acquires Unga Group’s $6.6-million loan portfolio from Absa Bank
The acquisition underscores NCBA’s commitment to strengthening its domestic operations while reinforcing its role as a leading financial institution in East Africa.
Aga Khan IV's stake in Nairobi-based insurer Jubilee sees $1.7-million rebound
His investment has grown by $1.7 million over the past 10 days, cementing his position as a key player in Kenya’s investment landscape.
Kenya’s Merali family sees $2.2-million loss as Sasini Tea shares decline on NSE
This latest decline has further impacted the Merali family’s stake, reducing its value to Ksh2.54 billion ($19.63 million) as of Nov. 22.
NCBA opens new branch in Kerugoya to boost local businesses
NCBA’s new Kerugoya branch brings tailored banking services to Kirinyaga County, supporting local businesses and economic growth.
Kenya cancels Adani Group's $2.5-billion deals in wake of U.S. indictment
The decision sparked widespread jubilation in the House, with both Senators and Members of Parliament chanting “Adani Must Go,” briefly interrupting the President's speech.
QCIL posts over 500-percent profit surge to $6 million
Pharmaceutical leader reports robust growth in revenue and margins.
NCBA Bank partners with Xpress Money to streamline global remittance services
Seamless money transfers for NCBA diaspora customers.
Simbisa Brands boosts Kenyan workforce with 402 new jobs
Fast-food operator opens 15 new outlets; shifts focus to chicken and pizza
Pick n Pay secures $471 million in Boxer IPO to drive growth strategy
Boxer's oversubscribed listing marks one of Africa’s largest IPOs in 2024.
Anglo American sells steelmaking coal business for $4.9 billion
The sale includes a previously announced deal to sell its stake in the Jellinbah coal mine for $1.1 billion.
South African Saltzman family gains $15.7 million from Dis-Chem shares
This recent gain follows an earlier increase of $18.79 million between Sept. 13 and Oct. 26.
Remgro's Manta Bidco posts $2.3-billion revenue in H1 2024 revenue
The revenue growth was bolstered by a 2.3 percent rise in inpatient admissions and a 2.1 percent uptick in day cases.
Brait reduces stake in Premier group to $284.4 million
Brait’s decision to reduce its stake in Premier comes after a successful R750 million ($41.3 million) accelerated bookbuild offering earlier this year.
Investec maintains $37.6 million amid UK motor finance ruling
Other lenders implicated in the case, including FirstRand and Close Brothers plc, are grappling with the fallout.
Barry Swartzberg’s Discovery stake increases by $23 million
Swartzberg, a co-founder of Discovery, owns a 3.92 percent stake in the Sandton-based financial services group, amounting to 25,954,540 shares.
Southern Sun posts $18.3-million profit in H1 2025
The South African hospitality group reported a 30% profit increase for the first half of 2025.
Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s wealth falls $1-billion amid asset revaluation, legal disputes
Ethiopia’s wealthiest man, Mohammed Al-Amoudi, lost over $1 billion in recent months, with his net worth dropping to $8.76 billion.
Safaricom reaches 52 million subscribers in Ethiopia
The telecom giant reported this milestone with its half-year results, marking rapid growth in one of Africa’s biggest telecom markets.
Safaricom reports mixed results for H1 2025, faces challenges in Ethiopia, Kenya
East Africa's telecom giant, Safaricom, sees revenue growth but faces profitability hurdles.
Safaricom expands M-PESA platform to Ethiopia, boosting regional financial inclusion
The move aims to strengthen regional financial inclusion and boost economic activity across borders.
Somali tycoon Ismail Ahmed’s Zepz raises $267 million to expand in Africa
The venture capital firm Accel, along with Leapfrog and TCV, led the latest funding round for Zepz.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s fortune rises $190 million in 19 days
Al-Amoudi’s net worth has jumped from $9.12 billion on April 26 to $9.31 billion as of this report. This translates to an average daily gain of $10 million since April 26.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi loses $260 million in two weeks
This follows a $320-million gain in Al-Amoudi’s net worth between March 28 and April 12.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s Preem posts $12.6-billion revenue in 2023
Al-Amoudi derives a significant portion of his wealth from his stake in Preem, which surged from $3.74 billion on Jan. 1 to $3.88 billion recently.
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Naguib Sawiris adds nearly $600 million to fortune, maintains spot among Africa’s richest
The Egyptian billionaire’s wealth growth is attributed to the performance of his diversified investment portfolio.
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The loan comprises two tranches—$96 million and $57.3 million—aimed at financing green upgrades and unlocking growth potential in El Gouna.
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Adebutu's stake surged by $3.26 million between Sept. 18 and Nov. 11, rising from $13.93 million to $17.19 million.
South African Saltzman family gains $15.7 million from Dis-Chem shares
This recent gain follows an earlier increase of $18.79 million between Sept. 13 and Oct. 26.
NCBA Bank acquires Unga Group’s $6.6-million loan portfolio from Absa Bank
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Remgro's Manta Bidco posts $2.3-billion revenue in H1 2024 revenue
The revenue growth was bolstered by a 2.3 percent rise in inpatient admissions and a 2.1 percent uptick in day cases.
Aga Khan IV's stake in Nairobi-based insurer Jubilee sees $1.7-million rebound
His investment has grown by $1.7 million over the past 10 days, cementing his position as a key player in Kenya’s investment landscape.
Brait reduces stake in Premier group to $284.4 million
Brait’s decision to reduce its stake in Premier comes after a successful R750 million ($41.3 million) accelerated bookbuild offering earlier this year.
Kenya’s Merali family sees $2.2-million loss as Sasini Tea shares decline on NSE
This latest decline has further impacted the Merali family’s stake, reducing its value to Ksh2.54 billion ($19.63 million) as of Nov. 22.
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NCBA opens new branch in Kerugoya to boost local businesses
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