Moulay Hafid Elalamy shifts focus to banking expansion, exits Paris real estate
Moulay Hafid Elalamy is exiting Paris real estate to focus on Saham Group’s banking expansion, including acquiring Société Générale’s Moroccan operations.
Abdul Samad Rabiu signs deal to boost Nigeria's food security
Abdul Samad Rabiu's BUA Group has partnered with Turkish firm Agrimac Makina Limited to install wheat handling equipment with a 2 million metric tonne annual capacity.
Fidson stake held by Nigerian tycoon Fidelis Ayebae tops $10 million
Since the start of the year, his stake has risen by N4.94 billion ($3.08 million), thanks to a steady rally in Fidson’s share price.
South Africa’s Giovanni Ravazzotti sees Italtile stake slip below $400 million
This fresh setback extends a rough stretch for Ravazzotti, whose fortune had already taken a heavy blow earlier in the year.
Natie Kirsh may rethink $1.2 billion takeover after rival stake purchase
In April, Kirsh, through his family office Ki Corporation, teamed up with Public Storage to bid for Abacus Storage King.
Palantir CEO back among Black billionaires worth over $10 billion
Alex Karp’s net worth rebounds to $10.7 billion as Palantir stock surges over 37% in April, regaining his spot among top Black billionaires.
Legendary NBA sixth man who became a billionaire weeks before his passing
Remembering Junior Bridgeman: From the court to a $1.4 billion empire.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s jet could fetch up to $78 million
The 2020 Bombardier Global 7500 stands as the epitome of modern business aviation, known for its outstanding range, sleek design, and unrivaled comfort.
Nigerian businesswoman arrested over alleged $150 million fraud
Her lawyer, Chikaosolu Ojukwu, confirmed the arrest, stating Aisha Achimugu voluntarily returned from London and was detained by EFCC operatives at 5 a.m.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote lists another private jet for sale
Aliko Dangote is selling his 2020 Bombardier Global 7500, a high-end private jet with 1,527 flight hours and 487 landings.
Malawi’s richest man loses $183 million from FMB Capital stake
A recent dip in FMB Capital’s share price on the Malawi Stock Exchange has shaved $183 million off Hitesh Anadkat’s investment.
Burkina Faso's richest man to complete $370 million Gabon airport before 2030
This latest disclosure comes just weeks after President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema broke ground on the project in March 2024.
Kevin Hart could become a billionaire by 2028
Hart’s fortune could cross the billion-dollar threshold soon, climbing from just over $500 million in 2022.
Arthur Eze to pay $10 million to regain oil blocks in Equatorial Guinea
Authorities there are demanding a $10 million bonus from him if he wants a chance to recover his oil blocks in the small but oil-rich nation on Africa’s west coast.
Mike Adenuga, before the billions, was Africa’s leading car stereo importer
Before building his empire, Adenuga spotted an early opportunity in an unexpected place: car stereos.
Aliko Dangote’s Dangote Cement posts $130 million profit in Q1 2025
Despite challenges, Dangote Cement's revenue grew 21.7%, reaching N994.7 billion ($618.3 million), up from N817.35 billion ($508.4 million).