Britam, backed by Kenya’s elite, reverses $16 million paper loss on HF investment
Britam has reversed a $16 million impairment loss on HF Group, signaling renewed confidence and bolstering its capital position after strong 2024 earnings.
Lowe’s led by Marvin Ellison completes $1.33 billion acquisition of Artisan Design
Lowe’s finalizes $1.33 billion Artisan Design deal to strengthen Pro services and capture growth in the $50 billion interior finishes market amid a U.S. housing boom.
Discovery co-founder Adrian Gore gains $34 million from stock rally
Over the past 16 days, the market value of his stake has increased by $34.74 million, propelling the market value of his stake above the $600-million mark.
Wale Tinubu's Oando restates 2024 profit at $139 million
Oando's 2024 profit hit $139 million, up 267%, fueled by the NAOC deal, rising production, and improved upstream performance.
Yasseen Mansour's Palm Hills launches new project with $4 billion sales target
Palm Hills launches Jirian, its first project in Egypt’s New Delta, targeting EGP200 billion ($4 billion) in sales as it redefines urban living with a Nile-front city.
Johann Rupert to receive $20.7 million dividend from Reinet
Johann Rupert will receive a $20.7 million dividend from Reinet Investments after the Luxembourg-based firm reported strong asset growth in its latest fiscal year.
Lowe’s, led by Marvin Ellison, declares $672 million quarterly dividend
Lowe’s, led by CEO Marvin Ellison, declares $672 million quarterly dividend, up 4%, underscoring its commitment to shareholder value amid market challenges.
Egyptian businesswoman Hend El-Sherbini leads IDH to $31 million in Q1 revenue
IDH Q1 revenue jumped 35% to $31.8M; Egypt, Jordan led growth. Nigeria turned profitable; Saudi expansion plans signal future gains.
Sam Darwish’s IHS to sell Rwandan tower assets for $274 million
IHS Holding divests its 1,465 Rwandan towers to Paradigm Tower Ventures for $274.5 million, refocusing on core markets amid global portfolio reshuffle.
Neal Froneman-led Sibanye rescues 260 workers trapped in South Africa mine
The miners were stranded Thursday after a skip door on a rock winder opened unexpectedly at Level 39, disrupting access to lower levels.
Pick n Pay, backed by Ackerman family, posts $6.8 billion revenue in 2025
Pick n Pay, partly owned by the Ackerman family, posted $6.8 billion revenue in 2025 as Boxer growth and recapitalization drove a sharp cut in losses.
Hani Berzi’s Edita Food Industries launches premium frozen bakery line
Edita launches a premium frozen bakery line for Egypt’s food service sector, targeting cafés, hotels, and restaurants with ready-to-bake pastry solutions.
Court clears James Mwangi-led bank to sell EAC assets over $17 million loan
Kenya’s court cleared James Mwangi-led Equity Bank to sell EAC assets tied to a $17 million loan, ending a years-long legal battle over the debt.
Sam Darwish’s IHS reports $440 million in Q1 2025 revenue
IHS rebounds with $439.6 million in Q1 2025 revenue, driven by 25.6% organic growth and improved margins despite naira headwinds and prior regional divestments.
Nassef Sawiris’ OCI targets ammonia project completion amid $1 billion payout
OCI nears completion of Beaumont ammonia plant and plans $1 billion shareholder payout as part of a wider transformation under billionaire Nassef Sawiris.
Kenyan banker Paul Russo-led KCB Group posts $127 million Q1 profit
KCB Group, led by CEO Paul Russo, posted a $127.9 million Q1 profit, driven by regional growth and digital focus despite non-interest income slipping 9.7%.