Senegal maize productivity project
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Tolbi secures IFC support to improve Senegal maize yields

IFC backs $600,000 advisory project to boost Senegal’s maize productivity, supporting AgTech firm Tolbi and strengthening food security.

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Malawi Stock Exchange profitable companies
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Malawi’s 10 most profitable listed companies in 2025

Malawi Stock Exchange firms post $523.8 million profit in 2025, led by banks, telecoms, and Illovo Sugar’s strong earnings growth.

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UBA Group partnership
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UBA Group, BII partner to unlock trade finance across Africa

UBA, BII join to expand trade finance across Africa, bridging $80 billion gap and boosting SMEs via AfCFTA opportunities.

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Riyadh airport logistics upgrade
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Elsewedy Electric’s Rowad begins major logistics upgrade at Riyadh airport

Elsewedy Electric’s Rowad begins major Riyadh airport upgrade, boosting cargo capacity and advancing Saudi Arabia’s logistics ambitions.

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IFC advisory program Namibia
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Namibia’s investment agency gets IFC advisory program funding  to unlock private capital

IFC funds Namibia advisory program to boost private investment and develop bankable projects across key sectors.

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Co-op Bank Kenya dividend
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Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki set for $2.3 million Co-op Bank Kenya dividend

Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki set for $2.3 million dividend as Co-op Bank Kenya posts stronger earnings, higher profits, and expanded…

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Zenith Bank hits $3.3 billion market cap under Adaora Umeoji as Nigeria’s most valuable bank

Since the start of the year, Zenith Bank’s stock has risen sharply, climbing from N61.8 ($0.046) on Jan. 1 to…

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South Africa’s Exxaro reports $461 million earnings in 2025 as coal drives growth

Revenue also moved higher, rising 3 percent to R41.77 billion ($2.5 billion) from R40.73 billion ($2.43 billion).

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IFC Kenya2Equal gender inclusion Kenya
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IFC Kenya2Equal initiative targets gender gaps in Kenya’s private sector

IFC launches Kenya2Equal, a three-year initiative to close gender gaps and boost women’s participation in Kenya’s private sector.

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IFC $200 million Bank of Georgia MSME financing
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IFC eyes $200 million financing for Bank of Georgia to expand MSME lending

IFC considers $200 million financing for Bank of Georgia to expand MSME lending, boost financial inclusion, and support rural enterprise…

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Musbahu Bashir companies
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10 companies owned by Nigerian businessman, Musbahu Mohammed Bashir

Musbahu Bashir built a diversified empire across telecom, finance, energy and real estate, shaping Nigeria’s economy quietly.

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Equity Group 2025 profit
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Kenya banker James Mwangi leads Equity Group to $555.4 million profit in 2025

Kenya’s Equity Group reports $555.4 million profit in 2025, driven by regional diversification and strong income growth.

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Sa’adat Hamza Mohammed Jaiz Bank stake
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Nigerian banker and lawyer Sa’adat Mohammed’s Jaiz Bank stake tops $30 million

Sa’adat Hamza Mohammed’s Jaiz Bank stake tops $30 million after a sharp rally in shares on Nigeria’s stock exchange

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Co-op Bank dividend 2025
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Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki-led Co-op Bank to distribute $113 million dividend

Co-op Bank plans $113 million dividend after 2025 profit growth, reinforcing investor confidence and strong balance sheet expansion.

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Top 15 listed hotel brands Africa
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15 most valuable publicly listed hotel brands in Africa

Africa’s 15 most valuable listed hotel brands drive tourism, business travel, and investor exposure across the continent.

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Co-op Bank dividend 2025
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Co-op Bank shatters records with $230 million profit under Gideon Muriuki

Co-op Bank posts record $310.98 million profit as income rises, efficiency improves and dividend payout jumps sharply in 2025.

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Nigeria’s Zedvance targets $185 million in business loans by 2026

The target follows strong growth in the firm’s Commercial Solutions unit, which has already disbursed more than N96 billion ($71…

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Novus Holdings asset disposal
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South Africa’s Novus Holdings sells KwaZulu-Natal property assets in $5.4 million disposal

Novus Holdings sells KwaZulu-Natal assets for $5.4 million, exiting non-core properties to refocus capital on core operations.

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Clive Calder net worth 2026
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South African-British billionaire Clive Calder loses $170 million in 2026

Clive Calder’s net worth falls $170 million in 2026, driven by weaker asset valuations, though he remains among the world’s…

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SPAR moves to rebuild revenue
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South Africa’s SPAR moves to cut jobs amid weak sales and rising costs

Executives say restoring reliability to distribution remains a priority as the company works to rebuild supplier and customer confidence.

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Colonial Architecture in Africa
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10 African cities with rich colonial architecture

African cities showcase colonial landmarks that blend history, memory, and modern tourism.

The Tourism Statistical Release for December 2025 shows Zanzibar received 100,729 international visitors
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Tourism growth in Zanzibar reveals new investment frontiers

Zanzibar’s tourism sector is expanding quickly, and the shift is beginning to reshape how investors view the island. Fresh data shows visitor demand rising steadily, placing pressure on existing offerings beyond hotels and beaches.  The Tourism Statistical Release for December 2025 shows Zanzibar received 100,729 international visitors, a 10 percent increase from a year earlier and a sharp rise from…

Senegal maize productivity project
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Tolbi secures IFC support to improve Senegal maize yields

IFC backs $600,000 advisory project to boost Senegal’s maize productivity, supporting AgTech firm Tolbi and strengthening food security.

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Malawi Stock Exchange profitable companies
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Malawi’s 10 most profitable listed companies in 2025

Malawi Stock Exchange firms post $523.8 million profit in 2025, led by banks, telecoms, and Illovo Sugar’s strong earnings growth.

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South African billionaire and Dis-Chem pharmacies co-founder Ivan Saltzman
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South African billionaire Ivan Saltzman’s sons sell $37.6 million Dis-Chem shares

Ivan Saltzman’s sons sold $37.6 million worth of Dis-Chem shares after a family restructuring, as the founder prepares to step back from management.

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