global inflation 2026
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Global inflation surge in 2026 halts rate cuts, raises risk of new hikes

Global commodity shock fuels new inflation risks, forcing central banks to pause rate cuts as households brace for rising costs.

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African family-owned businesses growth
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20 family-owned giants powering Africa’s industrial growth

Family-owned businesses drive Africa’s growth, blending long-term vision, resilience and capital to shape industries and expand across markets.

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IFC TBC Leasing $40 million loan
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IFC targets Georgia leasing sector with $40 million MSME loan after 20 years

IFC eyes $40 million loan to TBC Leasing, targeting MSME growth and rural financing gaps in Georgia’s evolving leasing sector.

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Mauritius Commercial Bank $400 million bond
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MCB raises $400 million bond as investor demand hits $800 million

Mauritius Commercial Bank raises $400 million bond, attracting $800 million orders to fund Africa expansion and sustainable finance growth.

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Femi Otedola, Nigerian billionaire and chairman of First HoldCo, the parent company of First Bank of Nigeria.
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Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s stake in First Hold Co nears $500 million

The rise reflects both a sharp rally in the group’s shares and a broader shift in investor sentiment toward one…

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Folasope Aiyesimoju's stake
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Nigeria’s youngest dealmaker, Folasope Aiyesimoju, tops $90 million on UACN share rally

Folasope Aiyesimoju, Nigeria’s youngest dealmaker, tops $90M as UAC shares rally, boosting holdings amid strong NGX performance and dividends.

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Minkama's Chococam acquisition
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Cameroonian investor Fabricio Ndjodo’s Minkama Capital nears $76 million Chococam takeover

Minkama Capital nears takeover of Chococam, pending regulatory approvals, marking a shift toward local ownership of Cameroon’s cocoa processor.

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Capitec dividend 2026
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South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux set for $64 million Capitec dividend

Michiel Le Roux set for $64 million payout as Capitec boosts dividend on stronger earnings and rising digital banking growth.

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Capitec Bank
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South Africa’s Capitec profit tops $1 billion as customers reach record 26 million

The bank attributed the increase to higher lending activity, stronger fee income, and continued uptake of digital services.

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Remgro FirstRand exit
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South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Remgro exits FirstRand with $515 million sale

Remgro exits FirstRand after R8.47 billion ($515 million) share sales, unlocking capital for new investments as the group reshapes its…

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Jamil Abubakar, Dangote Group infrastructure and logistics chief, appointed as Aliko Dangote expands trade and logistics operations across Africa.
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Aliko Dangote’s son-in-law, Jamil Abubakar, takes leadership role at Dangote Group

Abubakar will report to Dangote and oversee the group’s ports and trade-enabling infrastructure projects.

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Outgoing Chief Executive Officer John Lamola
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SAA under scrutiny after CEO John Lamola’s exit as AG flags weak controls, revenue leaks

The findings come at a sensitive time for the national carrier. Lamola is set to step down at the end…

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OCI Global Methanex exit strategy
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Nassef Sawiris-backed OCI exits Methanex stake, nets $370 million from share sales

OCI Global exits Methanex stake after $370 million sell-down, completing phased divestment and sharpening focus on core nitrogen assets.

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Papa Madiaw Ndiaye NEM Insurance stake
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Meet Senegalese financier Papa Madiaw Ndiaye, holding $18 million stake in Nigeria’s NEM Insurance

Senegalese financier Papa Madiaw Ndiaye holds an $18 million stake in Nigeria’s NEM Insurance, signaling growing Africa insurance investment.

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IFC New Hope loan
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IFC eyes $150 million loan to New Hope unit to expand animal feed production across emerging markets

IFC considers $150 million loan to New Hope unit to expand animal feed production across emerging markets and strengthen food…

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Nairobi, Kenya's capital city.
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Kenya targets $150 billion biodiversity financing in UN-backed plan

The effort is anchored on a United Nations-backed initiative known as the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN).

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Nigerian billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu.
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Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu’s Seplat stake climbs to $934 million, nears $1 billion

His holding has climbed to N1.26 trillion ($934 million), strengthening his wealth and underscoring the expanding role of local capital…

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Morocco SME financing IFC Tamwilcom
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IFC partners Tamwilcom on $300 million facility to unlock SME financing in Morocco

IFC and Tamwilcom launch $300 million risk-sharing facility to boost SME financing, targeting women-led firms, agriculture and supply chains in…

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Mike Teke, chairman of Seriti Resources Holdings and Masimong Group, leading South Africa’s energy and investment sector.
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Meet Mike Teke: Ex-teacher leading South African multibillion-rand energy group

His role at Seriti, combined with his leadership of the billion-dollar Masimong Group, places him among the key figures shaping…

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Crookes Brothers earnings
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Crookes Brothers appoints Thomas Attree as audit chair following Farzanah Mall’s passing

Crookes Brothers appoints Thomas Attree as audit chair, strengthening governance after board losses and leadership gaps in March 2026. continuity

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Shangri-La Le Touessrok
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Mauritius masterpiece: Inside Shangri-La Le Touessrok’s ultra-luxury escape

With butler service, private islands and world-class dining, Shangri-La Le Touessrok sets the standard for Mauritius luxury.

Sports development in Africa
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10 Africa’s biggest firm supporting sports

Africa’s sports economy is rising fast as major firms boost sponsorships, youth development, media rights and cross-border partnerships.

global inflation 2026
BusinessGlobal NewsHot News

Global inflation surge in 2026 halts rate cuts, raises risk of new hikes

Global commodity shock fuels new inflation risks, forcing central banks to pause rate cuts as households brace for rising costs.

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African family-owned businesses growth
BusinessHot News

20 family-owned giants powering Africa’s industrial growth

Family-owned businesses drive Africa’s growth, blending long-term vision, resilience and capital to shape industries and expand across markets.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi
DHL Company
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DHL expands South Africa footprint with Vital Group deal

DHL grows its South Africa presence via Vital deal, strengthening logistics, fleet, and retail distribution nationwide.

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Mauritius Commercial Bank $400 million bond
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MCB raises $400 million bond as investor demand hits $800 million

Mauritius Commercial Bank raises $400 million bond, attracting $800 million orders to fund Africa expansion and sustainable finance growth.

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Femi Otedola, Nigerian billionaire and chairman of First HoldCo, the parent company of First Bank of Nigeria.
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Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s stake in First Hold Co nears $500 million

Femi Otedola’s 18.12 percent stake in First HoldCo nears $500 million as shares rally, lifting confidence in First Bank’s parent company.

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Folasope Aiyesimoju's stake
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Nigeria’s youngest dealmaker, Folasope Aiyesimoju, tops $90 million on UACN share rally

Folasope Aiyesimoju, Nigeria’s youngest dealmaker, tops $90M as UAC shares rally, boosting holdings amid strong NGX performance and dividends.

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