Burkina Faso’s richest man opens high-tech medical center in Ouagadougou
The facility aims to address the shortage of medical-technical facilities within Burkina Faso, evident during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NBA sensation Victor Wembanyama on track to surpass $1 billion in career earnings
The current projections, based on the NBA’s contract limits, suggest that Wembanyama could accumulate over $1 billion by the age of 33.
Egyptian footballer Mohamed Salah’s career earnings to top $120 million in 2024
Beyond his impressive salary, Salah has solidified his financial standing through lucrative endorsement deals with industry giants, including Adidas.
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote gains over $100 million in first week of 2024
The surge is credited to the robust performance of his diversified investment portfolio on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).
Kenyan tycoon Peter Njonjo resigns from Twiga Foods board after extended leave
Njonjo has officially resigned from the board of the leading agritech firm, marking the end of an era.
Serena Williams’ financial triumph continues with $30-million increase in 2023
Starting the year at $260 million on Jan. 1, 2023, Williams concluded 2023 with a net worth of $290 million.
Kanye West’s Yeezy faces financial setback with $1 million in unpaid taxes
Yeezy Apparel, LLC, faces four active tax liens dating back three years.
Kenyan tycoon James Mwangi leads Cogebanque into merger with Equity Bank Rwanda
Equity Group envisions expanding opportunities for wealth creation while upholding the highest standards of service excellence, innovation, and financial inclusion.
Egyptian billionaire El-Sewedy family gains $775 million in 2023
In 2023, Elsewedy Electric shares on the Egyptian Exchange experienced a remarkable surge of 130.7 percent.
World’s richest Black woman Oprah Winfrey made $300 million in 2023
The surge in Winfrey’s net worth is attributed to the revaluation of her portfolio of assets and her diversified business ventures within the media and entertainment industry.
Nigerian businessman Dozy Mmobuosi faces 45-year sentence in US
If convicted on all charges, Mmobuosi risks serving a maximum sentence of 45 years.
Idrissa Nassa’s bank partners with Canadian firm in $100-million facility to back gold project
Nassa commended the collaborative efforts of the teams from West African Resources, Sprott, and Coris Bank.
Jay-Z’s wealth soars to $2.5 billion with $1.3-billion boost in 2023
The driving force behind Jay-Z’s remarkable financial growth was the sale of a 50-percent stake in the high-end cognac label, D’Usse, to Bacardi.
Mega-refinery of world’s richest Black billionaire welcomes fourth crude shipment
This delivery follows three previous shipments in December 2023.
Michael Jordan made $1.8 billion in 2023 thanks to Hornets sale
The primary driver behind the substantial increase in Jordan’s wealth was the sale of his controlling stake in the Charlotte Hornets, a professional basketball team.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert rebounds strongly, gains $1.49 billion in 2023
The surge in Rupert’s fortune not only cements his position as one of Africa’s richest billionaires but also propels him to the top of South Africa’s wealth hierarchy.