Egyptian magnate Abdallah Sallam’s MNHD posts $68.5 million in profit in 2023
Under the leadership of Abdallah Sallam, a prominent figure holding a five-percent stake in the company, MNHD displayed exceptional performance in 2023.
Egypt’s wealthy Khamis family leads Oriental Weavers to $570 million in revenue in 2023
This was fueled by a 34-percent uptick in export revenue, comprising 64 percent of the total revenue, along with a 31-percent rise in local sales.
Moroccan businessman Anas Sefrioui gains $64.5 million from ADH stake
This significant increase solidifies Sefrioui’s position as one of the wealthiest investors on the Casablanca bourse and one of Morocco’s most prosperous businessmen.
Ralph Mupita-led MTN Group partners with Ericsson to elevate core network infrastructure
Under the leadership of Mupita, MTN Group has cemented its status as Africa’s leading telecom service provider.
Led by Mauritian mogul Arnaud Lagesse, Phoenix Beverages acquires stake in Africa Originals
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) confirmed the clearance on Wednesday, refraining from disclosing the financial details of the transaction.
Egyptian tycoon Safwan Thabet’s Juhayna unveils ambitious export expansion plans
Established nearly four decades ago by Thabet, Juhayna has become a significant player in the region’s consumer goods industry.
Egyptian tycoon Hassan Allam’s firm forms strategic partnership with Saudi real estate giant Sumou
The collaboration aims to promote cooperation between the two companies for the development of high-quality real estate projects in Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Nigerian tycoon Taiwo Afolabi’s cargo handling firm resumes operations after fire scare
Sifax Group’s official statement assures that the company’s robust backup plan ensured no data loss during the fire incident, minimizing any potential long-term impact on operations.
Led by South Africa exec Roy Bagattini, Woolworths posts $107 million in half-year revenue
Despite the impressive revenue growth, Woolworths encountered supply chain disruptions that impacted sales during the 26-week period.
Egyptian magnate Waleed Zaki’s firm takes first step in $712-million project in New Cairo
The IVOIRE East project is envisioned to house more than 1,000 families, boasting an array of luxurious villas and duplexes alongside commercial and administrative areas.
Nigerian executive Yemi Ejidiran oversees Wemabod’s signing of $32-million bond
Ejidiran underscored the importance of the bond issuance program in rejuvenating Unity House and fostering residential development in Lagos’ central business district.
Moroccan royal family’s investment in Attijariwafa Bank surges to $5 billion
The royal family’s stake in Attijariwafa Bank has increased by MAD2.18 billion ($217.23 million) over the past 19 days, reaching MAD50.18 billion ($5 billion).
Billionaire Patrice Motsepe donates $1.55 million to alleviate student debt in South Africa
Motsepe, who achieved the status of Africa’s first Black billionaire in 2008 through success in the mining industry, has consistently been a dedicated philanthropist.
Nigerian tycoon Taiwo Afolabi’s group halts port operations in wake of terminal fire
The incident occurred on Saturday, February 24, impacting the facilities of Port and Cargo Handling Services Limited, a key subsidiary of the conglomerate.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi gains $130 million in two weeks
The surge in his fortune propels Al-Amoudi to 259th place on the prestigious list of the world’s 500 wealthiest billionaires.
Egyptian billionaire Ahmed El-Sewedy-led electric firm unveils industrial city in Tanzania
Spanning an expansive 2.6 million square meters, EIC represents East Africa’s first fully integrated industrial hub.