South Africa’s Capitec reappoints Ex-CEO Gerrie Fourie to board after cooling-off period

Capitec reappoints former CEO Gerrie Fourie to board after cooling-off period, strengthening governance and continuity amid strong earnings growth.

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Julius Mwale’s $2 billion smart-city bet: Rise, ambition, questions surrounding Kenya’s developer

Julius Mwale advances a $2 billion healthcare-led smart city in Kenya, pitching a scalable model while facing scrutiny over execution…

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Alain Nkontchou’s Enko Capital backs Angola solar projects with $100 million

Enko Capital deploys $100M fund into Angola’s 72.4MW Luneta solar project, boosting renewable energy capacity and private credit use.

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Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal’s final corporate move sets up $2B Airtel Money IPO

The proposed listing would mark a significant step in Airtel Africa’s effort to unlock value from its fintech operations as…

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IFC, Norfund back $83.2 million Nigeria energy push to reach 500,000 users

Nearly half a million Nigerian households are set to gain power access as IFC and Norfund commit $83.2 million to…

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IFC plans $59 million telecom tower financing for Eastcastle in DR Congo

IFC considers $59 million for Eastcastle to expand telecom towers in DR Congo, boosting connectivity and digital inclusion.

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Aliko Dangote becomes first African, first Black billionaire worth over $30 billion

The latest estimate comes about six months after Bloomberg reported that the Nigerian businessman and industrialist crossed the $30 billion…

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Cygnum Capital’s FEI-OnGrid targets $750 million to expand Africa clean energy investments

FEI-OnGrid targets $750 million fund to scale decentralized renewable energy investments, boosting electricity access across underserved African markets.

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LUX Island Resorts posts $191 million revenue, higher profit in 9M 2026

Profit for the period increased to MUR1.21 billion ($25.9 million) from MUR1.06 billion ($22.66 million) in the prior year.

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UBA plans 2026 dividend return as loan recovery efforts gain pace

Alawuba said the decision to pause the final dividend followed a directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria requiring lenders…

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South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s ARM signs Boliden nickel deal to restart Nkomati mine

ARM signs nickel offtake deal with Boliden, advancing plans to restart South Africa’s Nkomati mine and secure European supply chain…

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Nigeria’s Stanbic IBTC Holdings opens 2026 with $84 million profit

Stanbic IBTC posts $84 million Q1 2026 profit, driven by trading gains, rising fees, and strong non-interest income growth.

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Nigeria’s CAP Plc crosses $1 million Q1 profit mark for the first time, under Folasope Aiyesimoju

Nigeria’s CAP Plc crossed $1M Q1 2026 profit for first time, driven by 38% earnings growth under chairman Folasope Aiyesimoju…

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Axian Telecom taps $500 billion U.S. software giant, Oracle, to modernize African operations

Oracle, which has expanded its position in AI-driven enterprise software and cloud services, will provide the digital backbone Axian Telecom…

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Nigerian lawyer Sa’adat Mohammed’s Jaiz Bank stake slips below $30 million amid delays in audited report

Sa’adat Mohammed’s Jaiz Bank stake drops below $30 million as share slump and delayed 2025 results weigh on investor confidence.

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Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu’s net worth hits $14 billion

Rabiu, who founded BUA Group, holds major stakes in two of Nigeria’s largest listed manufacturers: BUA Cement and BUA Foods.

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Transcorp Power posts $22 million Q1 profit, assets top $450 million

The company’s unaudited results for the period ended March 31 show total assets rising above $450 million, underlining balance-sheet growth.

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South Africa’s richest man, Johann Rupert, loses $900 million as Richemont shares fall

The drop has pushed him out of the world’s top 150 richest individuals, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

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Ninety One joins top investors in MTN Group with more than $1 billion stake

Ninety One lifts MTN stake above $1 billion, joining top shareholders as investor confidence in Africa’s telecom giant strengthens.

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Tourism dispute emerges in Kenya’s Narok County as MGM Muthu flags access concerns

MGM Muthu flags restricted resort access in Kenya’s Narok County, citing a land dispute that disrupted operations and affected international…

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Rainbow Towers Hotel: Harare’s iconic business landmark

Harare’s Rainbow Towers Hotel blends legacy luxury with MICE dominance, anchored by Africa’s largest conference hub.

Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu backs African entrepreneurs with $100 million over 15 years

Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu has invested over $100 million in African startups over 15 years, supporting 24,000 entrepreneurs.

South Africa’s Capitec reappoints Ex-CEO Gerrie Fourie to board after cooling-off period

Capitec reappoints former CEO Gerrie Fourie to board after cooling-off period, strengthening governance and continuity amid strong earnings growth.

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Julius Mwale’s $2 billion smart-city bet: Rise, ambition, questions surrounding Kenya’s developer

Julius Mwale advances a $2 billion healthcare-led smart city in Kenya, pitching a scalable model while facing scrutiny over execution and scale.

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Alain Nkontchou’s Enko Capital backs Angola solar projects with $100 million

Enko Capital deploys $100M fund into Angola’s 72.4MW Luneta solar project, boosting renewable energy capacity and private credit use.

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Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal’s final corporate move sets up $2B Airtel Money IPO

Airtel Africa, led by Sunil Bharti Mittal, plans Airtel Money IPO that could raise up to $2 billion amid a 2026 leadership transition.

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IFC, Norfund back $83.2 million Nigeria energy push to reach 500,000 users

Nearly half a million Nigerian households are set to gain power access as IFC and Norfund commit $83.2 million to expand off-grid solar energy systems nationwide.

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IFC plans $59 million telecom tower financing for Eastcastle in DR Congo

IFC considers $59 million for Eastcastle to expand telecom towers in DR Congo, boosting connectivity and digital inclusion.

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