South Africa’s richest man faces $2.2 billion loss amid global unrest

The Bloomberg Billionaires Index now pegs his net worth at $17.2 billion, down from $19.5 billion on Jan. 1.

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Fertiglobe approves $260 million dividend payout for 2025 after strong earnings

Fertiglobe, backed by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, approves $260 million 2025 dividends, lifting total capital returns to $334 million…

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Nigerian Breweries partners to launch food-grade rPET facility in Ogun State

The initiative will be developed through Indorama Ventures Recycling Solutions Limited, a special purpose vehicle created to build, own, and…

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Pareto secures full control of Sandton Convention Centre after Southern Sun exits $66 million deal

Pareto secures full ownership of the Sandton Convention Centre and two Sandton hotels after Southern Sun exits the $66 million…

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Nigerian billionaires Elumelu, Rabiu meet Macron to strengthen Africa-France ties

The meeting comes as Nigeria’s economy shows signs of steady improvement.

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Top 15 global billionaires investing billions across Africa

Global billionaires including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates are investing billions across Africa’s tech, infrastructure, and development sectors.

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KCB Group posts record $530 million profit as Kenyan unit leads earnings growth

The Nairobi-based lender said profit after tax rose to Ksh68.4 billion ($530 million) in 2025, up from Ksh61.8 billion ($478.2…

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Meet Samuel Tafesse, Ethiopian multi-millionaire behind Africa’s first Marriott hotel

Ethiopian developer Samuel Tafesse built sub-Saharan Africa’s first Marriott hotel, rising from street trader to construction magnate.

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Woolworths names Sam Ngumeni CEO as Roy Bagattini prepares to retire in 2026

Woolworths names longtime executive Sam Ngumeni CEO as Roy Bagattini prepares to retire in 2026 after six years leading strategic…

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IFC launches $1.76 million program to improve labor standards in Africa’s hotels

IFC launches a $1.76 million advisory program to help African hotels improve labor standards, strengthen HR systems and align with…

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IFC backs $20 million risk-sharing deal to finance Guinea’s construction firm GPC

IFC plans $20 million risk-sharing deal with Ecobank Guinea to expand financing for construction and mining contractor GPC in Guinea…

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Growthpoint Properties reports $403 million revenue as property assets near $10 billion

Growthpoint Properties posts $406 million half-year revenue, interim dividend rises 8.5% on strong SA portfolio performance and strategic acquisitions.

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Hosken Consolidated Investments to sell Kalahari Mall for $48.6 million

Hosken Consolidated Investments agrees $48.6 million sale of Kalahari Mall in Upington, aiming to reduce debt and unlock value for…

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Tanzania’s first dollar billionaire, Rostam Aziz, acquires majority stake in Nation Media Group

The acquisition follows an agreement between The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development S.A. (AKFED) and Aziz’s company, Taarifa Ltd.

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Anthony Joshua moves to Dubai even as Iran tensions shake UAE safe-haven status

This comes as the UAE faces attacks from Iranian suicide drones, raising questions about the city’s promise of security.

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Metair Investments Limited reports $1.1 billion revenue in 2025 as AutoZone drives growth

Metair Investments reports $1.1 billion revenue in 2025 as AutoZone expansion, restructuring, and stronger demand lift margins and operating performance.

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Naspers shares rise after 20% slump, market cap hits $44 billion

The rebound has lifted Naspers’ market capitalization to R726 billion ($44.4 billion), according to market data reviewed at the time…

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Remgro sells $300 million FirstRand stake as it exits non-core investment

Remgro sells R4.88 billion ($300 million) FirstRand shares, continuing its strategic exit from the banking giant after the 2020 RMB…

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20 largest listed agribusiness firms in Africa

Africa’s 20 largest listed agribusiness firms power food production, fertilizers, poultry, plantations and exports across major regional markets.

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Beyoncé, Dr. Dre join billionaire ranks as global total climbs to 3,428

Beyoncé and Dr. Dre join 3,428 billionaires worldwide as global wealth climbs to $20.1 trillion, fueled by tech, finance, and…

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Historic Isandlwana Lodge in South Africa’s KZN heads to auction

One of South Africa’s best-known heritage tourism properties is heading to auction,…

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South Africa’s richest man faces $2.2 billion loss amid global unrest

South Africa’s richest man, Johann Rupert, loses $2.22 billion as Richemont shares…

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Fertiglobe approves $260 million dividend payout for 2025 after strong earnings

Fertiglobe, backed by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, approves $260 million 2025…

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