Egyptian tycoon Hisham Talaat Moustafa makes nearly $200 million from TMG shares
The recent upswing follows a decline of EGP5.29 billion ($109.87 million) in his stake in TMG Holdings between April 15 and 22.
Moroccan billionaire Othman Benjelloun’s bank partners with Bank of Palestine for regional expansion
The partnership extends beyond financial cooperation. It also aims to promote trade and investment flows between Morocco and Palestine.
Africa’s richest man loses $2.6 billion amid naira’s descent as worst-performing currency
The decline follows a brief uptick in April fueled by the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) efforts to address a backlog of dollar obligations, which strengthened the naira.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert’s Richemont acquires Italian jeweler
The transaction aligns with Richemont’s growth strategy under Rupert’s leadership and deepens the group’s jewelry holdings.
Nigerian banker Segun Agbaje-led GTCO gets approval for $750 million capital raise
The targeted capital will be sourced through public offerings, private placements, rights issues, and other instruments.
Beyond chart-topping diss tracks: Kendrick Lamar’s ventures and property portfolio
Beyond his chart-topping hits and captivating performances, Kendrick Lamar has demonstrated a keen eye for business ventures and strategic investments.
Lagos-based Greek businessman makes $17.1 million from stake in Flour Mills
Founded in 1960 by the late George Coumantaros and now led by his son John Coumantaros, Flour Mills has become a major player in Nigeria’s food and agro-allied industries.
South African-British billionaire Clive Calder’s fortune jumps $300 million in 16 days
Calder’s recent wealth surge solidifies his position as a top figure on both the African and global stages, underscoring his enduring influence.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe backs Lesaka as it inks $85-million deal to acquire Adumo
Motsepe, who became Africa’s first Black billionaire in 2008 thanks to his mining ventures, is establishing a new base for his fortune, building resilience, and seeking future opportunities.
French billionaire’s firm buys $30.6-million stake in DStv parent, MultiChoice
Vivendi, partly owned by Bollore Group, is using its subsidiary Canal+ to steadily increase its stake in MultiChoice, signaling its expanding ambitions in Africa’s entertainment market.
Egyptian tycoon Medhat Khalil’s Raya CX buys stake in Bahraini firm from U.S. investor
The acquisition, detailed in a market filing, saw Raya CX purchase 59,170 shares in the Bahraini company from an American investor.
Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui sees nearly $90-million loss in ADH stake
According to data tracked by Billionaires.Africa, Sefrioui’s stake in ADH has declined by MAD900.65 million ($89.8 million) over the past nine days.
Black billionaire Michael Lee-Chin backs Canada’s nuclear industry
In a recent interview with BNN Bloomberg, Lee-Chin, highlighted the historical correlation between energy source transitions and economic power shifts.
Nigerian oil magnate Wale Tinubu’s Oando to double production with Eni deal
This projection comes with the expectation of further scaling up to 100,000 barrels daily by 2029 through new drilling and security improvements.
Serena Williams, others join Michael Jordan’s tequila brand as co-owners
With Michael Jordan and Serena Williams at the helm, Cincoro Tequila embarks on a journey fueled by ambition, excellence, and star power.
Egyptian tycoon Hani Berzi’s stake in Edita Foods gains $11 million in 9 days
The significant increase in the market value of Berzi’s stake in Edita Food Industries further solidifies his position as one of the richest individuals in Egypt.