Morocco’s second-richest man Othman Benjelloun rakes in $80 million from BOA stake
This remarkable increase has translated into substantial gains for the bank’s shareholders, including Benjelloun, who ranks as one of Africa’s billionaires.
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Ghanaian businessman signs $1-billion deal with Indian carbon credit developer
In addition to the billion-dollar deal, Agyepong announced the provision of scholarships for 10 individuals interested in pursuing studies on climate change this year.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s net worth hits $20 billion, gaining $5.2 billion
With a current net worth of $20.3 billion, Dangote has solidified his position as Africa’s richest person.
Aliko Dangote’s cement company becomes first Nigerian firm with N10-trillion market cap
The surge in Dangote Cement shares coincides with Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s strategic investment in the leading cement company.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola emphasizes long-term wealth preservation, export potential and shareholder value in Dangote Cement share acquisition
Otedola recently acquired a significant stake in Dangote Cement, Africa’s largest cement manufacturer.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert’s Richemont hits $6.1 billion in Q3 sales
Rupert’s wealth skyrockets to $12 billion as Richemont’s sales surpass expectations.
Nigerian cannabis mogul Bassim Haidar gives $0.38-million boost to UK political party
This move positions Haidar as the second Nigerian businessman to contribute significantly to the UK Conservative Party.
South African tycoon Adrian Gore loses $52 million as Discovery shares slump
Despite this setback, Gore maintains his status as a top figure among the richest investors on the JSE.
Abdul Samad Rabiu overtakes Mike Adenuga as Nigeria’s second-richest man
Rabiu’s $7.2-billion fortune places him second in Nigeria, fifth in Africa, and 343rd globally on Forbes’ billionaires list.
This Week In Review: A Snapshot of African Wealth Dynamics — Otedola’s Dangote Cement Investment Sparks Market Rally, Glasenberg Suffers $389-Million Loss in 2024 (Jan. 15 to 19)
Dive into a week of seismic shifts in African business: Big bets, soaring stocks, and fortunes on the move.
Nigeria’s fourth-richest man Femi Otedola invests big in Dangote Cement
This investment follows Otedola’s return to the Forbes Africa’s Richest List, where he now boasts an estimated net worth of $1.2 billion.
$9-trillion Wall Street giant lands in Nigeria following takeover of billionaire Adebayo Ogunlesi’s GIP
The strategic move comes in the wake of BlackRock’s announcement of its intention to acquire GIP in a deal valued at $12.5 billion.
Eswatini’s richest man Natie Kirsh rakes in $100 million in just nine days
The recent $100-million boost in Kirsh’s wealth is linked to the outstanding performance of his private investments.
South African billionaire Christo Wiese faces $54.7-million loss from Shoprite stake
Wiese’s holdings in Shoprite amount to an 11.58-percent stake, valued at more than $920 million.
Kenyan tycoon Suresh Bhagwanji Shah’s I&M Bank launches eight new branches
The newly unveiled branches bring the total I&M Group branch network to 93 in the region. Out of these, 49 are strategically positioned throughout Kenya.
Egypt’s Khamis family gains nearly $13 million from stake in Oriental Weavers
The recent surge in the market value of their stake in Oriental Weavers reinforces their status among Egypt’s wealthiest families and top investors on the Egyptian Exchange.