Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya seeks $1-million funding for initiative
Onakoya aims to empower one million underprivileged children within five years by providing free chess instruction, after-school programs, and tournaments.
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South African billionaire Stephen Saad’s Aspen to boost global supply of obesity medication
Aspen, Africa’s largest drugmaker, is actively exploring ways to ramp up the availability of these in-demand treatments worldwide.
Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki-led bank’s wealth arm hits $1.7 billion in assets under management
Co-op Trust’s assets have quadrupled since 2014, rising from Ksh52.5 billion ($392.4 million) to Ksh218.38 billion ($1.7 billion) in 2023.
Egypt’s Khamis family gains $18.8 million from Oriental Weavers stake
This increase is fueled by heightened investor interest in the Cairo-based company on the Egyptian Exchange.
Egyptian tycoon Hisham Talaat Moustafa’s TMG share loses $109 million in value
Despite these setbacks, Moustafa remains a prominent investor on the EGX and a leading figure among North Africa’s wealthiest individuals.
South African-born billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong loses $800 million in 13 days
The decline marks a continuation of the previous trend for Soon-Shiong, who previously saw his net worth decrease by $400 million earlier this month, between March 25 and April 3.
Egyptian tycoon Ahmed El Sewedy’s electric firm announces $22-million dividend for shareholders
This decision underscores the company’s commitment to rewarding its stakeholders for their continued support.
Ezz Steel shares dip, costing Egyptian tycoon Ahmed Ezz $28 million
Despite the drop in his stake’s value, Ezz remains a prominent figure in Egyptian business and a leading investor on the Egyptian Exchange.
South African billionaire Christo Wiese takes $66.3-million hit on Shoprite stake
Despite this setback, Wiese remains a prominent figure among JSE investors and retains his position as one of Africa’s wealthiest businessmen.
Zimbabwean exec Ralph Mupita led MTN set to launch joint tech innovation lab in Johannesburg
This stems from a Memorandum of Understanding signed during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, underscoring commitment to technological evolution.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s Transcorp Hotels sells entire stake in Calabar unit
The recent decision to sell Transcorp Hotels Calabar exemplifies a wider consolidation trend within the Nigerian hospitality sector.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery ramps up production with U.S. crude
The recent decision to ramp up operations, follows Dangote Refinery’s move to slash diesel prices in Nigeria, marking a substantial decrease from previous rates.
Kenyan tycoon Suresh Bhagwanji Shah loses $6.2 million from I&M Bank stake
This contrasts sharply with the $6.9-million profit he made between Feb. 14 and March 26 when the value of his I&M Bank Group stake soared from $23.47 million to $30.43 million.
Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki’s Co-op Bank provides $3.75-million boost to brokerage unit
The loan, marking an increase from the previous year’s advances, underscores Co-op Bank’s steadfast support for Kingdom Securities.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola nears $2-billion net worth as naira strengthens
Otedola’s focus on operational efficiency across his portfolio has fueled earnings growth and valuations.
Nigerian gambling magnate Kessington Adebutu faces $4-million loss in Wema Bank shares
This recent setback follows a surge in his fortune between March 8 and March 20, when his stake in Wema Bank increased by $2.3 million.