The Nigerian Senate has called for liberalizing cement policy to boost production and reduce market prices.
Ishioma Emi
Ishioma Emi
Ishioma Emi is a future-forward female and passionate business news journalist. She writes for Ventures Africa and Billionaires.Africa. Her focus area is African markets, tech startups, mergers and acquisitions, deals, businesses, and exceptional women-led businesses on the continent.
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- Southern Africa
Nigerian Energy tycoon Benedict Peters to settle mining dispute between Zimbabwe and Amari Platinum
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiBravura Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd. will offset a $15-million debt that Zimbabwe owes Amari Holdings Ltd.Â
- West & Central Africa
Arsenal fans clamor for Aliko Dangote to become club’s new owner
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiArsenal FC fans are calling for a new owner after Stan Kroenke’s decision to join the breakaway European Super League.
- Southern Africa
South African tycoon Rob Hersov announces plans to build world-class airport in Cape Town
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiSouth African tycoon Rob Hersov plans to build a world-class airport in Cape Town.
- East Africa
Madagascan tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee acquires Millicom’s Tanzanian operations
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiMillicom has announced an agreement to sell its Tanzania operations for an undisclosed amount to a consortium led by Axian Group.
- Southern Africa
After king’s death, Zulu royals postpone appointing official heir
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiQueen Mantfombi Dlamini Zulu will govern the AmaZulu Kingdom in the meanwhile.
- North Africa
WorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed commits $500 million to philanthropy in Somaliland
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiWorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed has launched a $500-million fund to support education, healthcare and infrastructure development in his native Somaliland.
- West & Central Africa
UK court bars Nigerian media mogul Nduka Obaigbena from serving as Arise TV director
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiThe judgment came on April 8 following the company’s compulsory liquidation.
- Southern Africa
Tanzanian billionaire Mohammed Dewji becomes advisor to South African President Ramaphosa
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mo Dewji to his Investment Advisory Council.
- North Africa
Sawiris family moves to expand further in Egypt’s gold sector
by Ishioma Emiby Ishioma EmiA deal between AKH Gold and Egypt’s Petroleum and Mineral Resources Ministry will increase the Sawiris’ stake in the gold sector.