Sibanye-Stillwaters halts Australian unit operations in the wake of bushfire
Fortunately, all personnel were accounted for and unharmed as operational teams worked to mitigate the fire's impact on the site and surrounding areas.
Southern Africa
South Africa’s Ackerman family loses $20 million from Pick 'n Pay shares
This follows a previous loss of $36.22 million between July 16 and Aug. 20, when the family’s holding fell from $199.3 million to $163.07 million.
Vantage finalizes $71.7-million debt investment in Camusat to enhance telecom services
The partnership between Vantage Capital and Camusat Holding aims to drive connectivity and sustainability across Africa.
South African tycoon Adrian Gore makes $78.7 million from Discovery stake
Gore, one of South Africa’s most successful businessmen, owns 48,342,931 shares of Discovery.
South African banker Alan Pullinger's stake in FirstRand exceeds $30 million
This marks a significant milestone for Pullinger, who holds a 0.13 percent stake, equivalent to 7,079,000 ordinary shares in FirstRand.
Grid Africa secures $2.8 million to boost solar projects in South Africa
The move aims to boost renewable energy projects in South Africa, as the country grapples with an increasingly strained power sector.
Vunani Fund Managers launches first actively managed ETF on JSE
The AMETF's listing is a testament to Vunani's commitment to innovation and providing investors with valuable investment opportunities.
Dangote becomes world’s 65th richest person as refinery boosts fortune to over $27 billion
His $20-billion refinery project aims to secure the nation's energy independence, though political corruption threatens to undermine his efforts.
Lighthouse acquires mall in Spain for $183.8 million
This acquisition aligns with Lighthouse’s broader goal of expanding its presence in the Iberian Peninsula, where its portfolio now accounts for 76 percent of its directly held properties’ value.
Titan Fincap settles $63.1-million loan with Shoprite shares acquisition
The purchase, finalized on Oct. 7, 2024, concludes a scrip loan agreement that allowed Titan Fincap to borrow 3,831,164 shares of Shoprite on Oct. 12, 2023.
Neal Froneman's wealth dips amid Sibanye-Stillwater's stock decline
Froneman, who serves as Sibanye’s CEO, holds a 0.12-percent stake in the Johannesburg-based mining giant, amounting to 3,284,428 shares.
South Africa’s Sibanye ordered to pay damages over failed $1.2-billion Brazil mines deal
The court's decision comes on the heels of Sibanye’s failed acquisition of Brazilian nickel and copper mines, specifically the Santa Rita and Serrote assets.
Sanlam completes Assupol deal, boosts lead as Africa's largest insurer
Sanlam's acquisition of Assupol bolsters its footprint in South Africa and Africa, cementing its position as a dominant insurance player.
Absa partners with IFC to launch $50-million trade facility for African farmers
This follows a recent collaboration between Absa and IFC, which resulted in a $60 million trade finance facility for Volcafe, a leading global green coffee merchant.
Mondi to acquire Schumacher packaging assets in $682-million deal, expanding European presence
The addition of Schumacher’s assets will increase Mondi’s capacity to produce fiber-based products, offering more sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging.
Royal Bank of Canada increases stake in South African retailer Clicks
Royal Bank of Canada increases stake in Bertina Engelbrecht-led Clicks Group, solidifying position as major shareholder.