Ghanaian businessman to send 600 students to study in Russia after $1-billion deal
The initiative comes on the heels of Jospong Group’s recent $1-billion deal with Indian carbon credit developer EKI Energy Services.
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Naira devaluation costs Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu $2.7 billion
According to Forbes, Rabiu’s net worth, which soared to $8.4 billion in January 2024, dropped to $5.7 billion.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote loses $5.7 billion as naira devaluation hits hard
The primary cause behind this abrupt plunge in Dangote’s wealth is attributed to the revaluation of his assets, triggered by the recent devaluation of the Nigerian naira.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s Transcorp hits $160-million revenue milestone in 2023
Elumelu, through his investment firm HH Capital, holds a commanding 29.5-percent stake in Transcorp, owning 11,990,957,350 ordinary shares.
This Week In Review: A Snapshot of African Wealth Dynamics — Gains for the Khamis Family and Dangote, Setbacks for the Ghabbour Family and Michiel Le Roux (Jan. 29 to Feb. 2)
Join us as we delve into the highs and lows of the continent’s top business figures in our latest review of Africa’s dynamic market shifts and strategic maneuvers.
Nigeria’s second-richest man’s food business hits $610-million revenue in 2023
The surge in revenue is attributed to price adjustments and volume increases from capacity expansion for IRS.
Billionaire Femi Otedola made chairman of Nigeria’s First Bank
The decision to elevate Otedola to the position of chairman was reached at a board meeting today.
Egypt’s second-richest man criticizes government’s delay in devaluing currency
Sawiris suggests that aligning with the spiraling black market rate is imperative to address the chronic foreign currency shortage plaguing the nation.
Dangote’s half-brother Sayyu Dantata’s oil firm exceeds $190 million in revenue in 2023
Similarly, the company’s profit saw a substantial increase of over 270 percent from $1.37 million $5.14 million, indicating improved operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Kenyan tycoon John Kimani acquires 8.64 million shares in East Africa’s largest telecom firm
The businessman’s increased stake further solidifies his position as one of the leading investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Egyptian billionaire Youssef Mansour loses $200 million in 28 days
Despite the plunge in his fortune, Mansour still ranks as one of Africa’s richest billionaires.
Saudi doctor overtakes South African billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong as world’s second-richest doctor
Saudi doctor Sulaiman Al Habib has now become the world’s second-richest doctor, surpassing South African billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong.
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga gains $16.3 million from Conoil shares
This swift increase underscores Adenuga’s adept strategic investments, propelling his total fortune to $7 billion and securing his position among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
This Week In Review: A Snapshot of African Wealth Dynamics — Dewji’s $300-Million Surge, Dippenaar’s $28-Million Setback, and Dangote’s Net Worth Hits $20 Billion (Jan. 22 to 26)
Join us as we delve into the highs and lows of the continent’s top business figures in our latest review of Africa’s dynamic market shifts and strategic maneuvers.
Africa’s youngest billionaire Mohammed Dewji makes $300 million in just 25 days
This rapid increase in Dewji’s wealth is attributed to the revaluation of his stake in MeTL Group, a conglomerate with an extensive portfolio spanning over 150 products.
Nigeria’s second-richest man Abdul Samad Rabiu makes $1.1 billion within 24 hours
Rising shares propel Rabiu’s stake in cement and food ventures to a combined $11.91-billion valuation.