Legal battles cast shadow over late Kenyan President Moi family’s vast estate
The extensive estate left by the late Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi, the nation’s second-largest landowner, is entangled in a series of legal battles.
East Africa
Kenyan tycoon James Mwangi suffers $2.1-million loss from Equity Group stake
Mwangi owns a 3.38-percent stake in Equity Group, or 127,809,180 ordinary shares.
Kenyan tycoon Peter Njonjo takes timeout amid operational turmoil at Twiga Foods
Njonjo, in his remarks, mentioned that he would be focusing on personal matters during his leave.
Tanzania’s energy minister spearheads historic Petrodel-Octant oil exploration deal in Tanga block
Petrodel’s strategic partnership with Octant promises a new era of energy exploration in Tanzania, leveraging cutting-edge tech in the resource-rich Tanga Block.
Court rejects bid by late Kenyan multimillionaire’s son in Naivas share dispute
Naivas, founded by Peter Mukuha Kago, finds itself entangled in a legal dispute that adds complexity to its narrative amid ambitious expansion plans.
Cross-border payment firm led by Ugandan tech tycoon lays off employees again
Since its inception nearly five years ago, Chipper Cash has raised $300 million in venture capital funding, securing a valuation of $2.2 billion.
Ugandan tycoon Patrick Bitature and Absa Bank clash over $13.6-million loan
The growing number of legal disputes surrounding Bitature has raised concerns about his financial standing.
Startup led by Nairobi-based entrepreneur secures $5-million funding from UK gov’t
BasiGo has secured $5 million in debt funding from British International Investment.
Tanzanian multimillionaire Said Bakhresa set to invest $100 million in Malawi
Bakhresa’s planned investment holds immense significance in enhancing Malawi’s self-sufficiency in cooking oil production.
Kenyan tycoon James Mwangi-led lender grows stronger with $47-million Cogebanque deal
The move aligns with its strategy to bolster earnings and revenue by expanding its reach across East Africa.
Wealthy Kenyan tycoon Andrew Ndegwa gains $2 million in 19 days
This recent surge solidifies Ndegwa’s position as one of Kenya’s wealthiest investors.
5 companies owned by one of Kenya’s richest individuals, James Mwangi
Under Mwangi’s leadership, Equity Group evolved into an integrated financial services group with active operations spanning six African countries.
Kenyan banker James Mwangi says Equity Group’s DRC unit will soon overtake Kenya
Mwangi credited the growing influence of Equity Group’s subsidiaries, especially the DRC unit, for the overall performance of the group in the first nine months of 2023.
Kenya’s Merali family suffers almost $4-million loss from Sasini Tea stake
Boasting a majority 65.46-percent stake in the company, the Merali family has long been regarded as one of the wealthiest families in Kenya.
Kampala court halts bid by struggling Ugandan tycoon to reclaim assets mortgaged to South African creditors
Prior to the recent ruling, the International Chamber of Commerce Court of Arbitration ordered Bitature, his wife, and their companies to pay a total of $65.7 million.
Kenyan tycoon James Mwangi-led lender reports nine-month profit exceeding $230 million
Under the leadership of Mwangi, Equity Group has solidified its position as a dominant force in East and Central Africa.