IHG plans 28 more hotels in Egypt as Crowne Plaza signs Cairo deal
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IHG plans 28 more hotels in Egypt as Crowne Plaza signs Cairo deal

IHG has 28 hotels in its Egyptian pipeline as it signs a deal for a 250-room Crowne Plaza property in…

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Reuben Olifant
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South African businessman Reuben Olifant wins court challenge to $6.6 million payment order

South African businessman Reuben Olifant overturns a $6.6 million payment order after a court finds he was not properly notified.

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C-Care Mauritius
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Mauritius’ C-Care finalizes acquisition of Uganda’s Roswell Hospital

Mauritius-based C-Care has acquired Uganda’s Roswell Hospital, expanding its network to six hospitals and 17 clinics across the country.

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Telkom
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Telkom upgrades Soweto school with a new digital learning hub

Telkom has opened a 40-computer digital learning hub at its CEO Serame Taukobong’s former primary school in Soweto, with further…

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Ugandan Gospel Artist Mungu feni
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Uganda’s gospel artist Mungu Feni released on police bond in $3.3 million fraud probe

Ugandan gospel artist Mungu Feni has been released on police bond as investigators probe an alleged $3.3 million gold fraud…

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Nigerian banker Adaora Umeoji
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Zenith Bank CEO Adaora Umeoji in line for N430 million dividend payout

Her total holding translates to a 0.699 percent slice of the banking giant, currently valued at N36.7 billion ($27.75 million).

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South African billionaire Koos Bekker, chairman of Naspers and Prosus.
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South Africa’s $3.2 billion man buys 2,700 acres of English countryside

Trading locally as Emily Estate (UK) Ltd., Bekker’s hospitality venture extends far beyond The Newt, his flagship luxury hotel.

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Nigerian Exchange (NGX)
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Nigerian stocks outshine South Korean tech as South Africa’s top fund pivots

Nigeria’s equity surge spreads across banks, oil drillers, telecommunications operators, and cement producers.

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Vitality boss Neville Koopowitz
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Vitality boss Neville Koopowitz offloads Discovery stake worth over $2.4 million

Regulatory filings from Sandton-based Discovery show Koopowitz parted with 150,000 shares held through an indirect beneficial interest.

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Jim Ovia, founder of Zenith Bank.
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Nigerian banking titan Jim Ovia set to pocket $6.6 million Zenith Bank dividend

Under the approved payout schedule, his stake yields a gross dividend of N8.7 billion ($6.6 million).

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Alan raises $460 million after Kylian Mbappé
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Startup raises $460 million months after Kylian Mbappé’s backing

Alan raises $460 million after Kylian Mbappé's investment, reaching a $6.3 billion valuation as it expands AI-powered healthcare services.

The government counters false reports, reaffirming Tanzania’s safety for tourists.
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Tanzania addresses tourist concerns after false reports spread

At a Glance Tanzania is reassuring international travelers after recent reports raised concerns over safety in the East African nation. Government officials stressed that the country remains secure, stable, and open to visitors, emphasizing its appeal as a world-class tourism destination.  With renowned natural landmarks, including Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and the idyllic beaches of Zanzibar, Tanzania continues…

Reuben Olifant
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South African businessman Reuben Olifant wins court challenge to $6.6 million payment order

South African businessman Reuben Olifant overturns a $6.6 million payment order after a court finds he was not properly notified.

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Zimbabwe's Farm Grain Field
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Zimbabwe plans $500 million cash and grain reserve to counter El Niño   

Zimbabwe plans a $500 million food reserve as drought threatens maize production, food security and economic growth.

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C-Care Mauritius
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Mauritius’ C-Care finalizes acquisition of Uganda’s Roswell Hospital

Mauritius-based C-Care has acquired Uganda’s Roswell Hospital, expanding its network to six hospitals and 17 clinics across the country.

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St George’s School property in Gqeberha
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Advtech acquires St George’s School for Neurodivergent learners

ADvTECH St George’s School acquisition adds a Gqeberha campus for neurodivergent learners, opening in January 2028.

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Ugandan Gospel Artist Mungu feni
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Uganda’s gospel artist Mungu Feni released on police bond in $3.3 million fraud probe

Ugandan gospel artist Mungu Feni has been released on police bond as investigators probe an alleged $3.3 million gold fraud involving multiple suspects.

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Nigerian banker Adaora Umeoji
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Zenith Bank CEO Adaora Umeoji in line for N430 million dividend payout

Zenith Bank CEO Adaora Umeoji is set to receive a N430 million ($326,000) interim dividend payout as the lender lifts midyear shareholder returns by 20%.

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Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu
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Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu urges investors in Paris to fund Africa’s future

Tony Elumelu challenges global financiers in Paris to invest directly in young African founders, moving past foreign aid into real enterprise.

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Naguib Sawiris
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Billionaire Naguib Sawiris deepens Egypt gold bet with 5 new blocks as Wa’al nears key study

Billionaire Naguib Sawiris is expanding his Egypt gold portfolio with five new exploration bids as the Wa’al project nears a key study.

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Ethiopia’s richest man, Mohammed Al Amoudi.
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Ethiopian billionaire Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s net worth drops below $10 billion

Mohammed Al-Amoudi’s net worth falls to $9.74 billion as asset valuations decline, while MIDROC targets 120,000 employees and 10 new hotels.

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IHG plans 28 more hotels in Egypt as Crowne Plaza signs Cairo deal
TourismBusiness

IHG plans 28 more hotels in Egypt as Crowne Plaza signs Cairo deal

IHG has 28 hotels in its Egyptian pipeline as it signs a deal for a 250-room Crowne Plaza property in New Cairo, opening in 2031.

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South African billionaire Koos Bekker, chairman of Naspers and Prosus.
Hot NewsBusinessHospitalityLuxury

South Africa’s $3.2 billion man buys 2,700 acres of English countryside

South African billionaire Koos Bekker has quietly acquired over 2,700 acres in Somerset, turning rural England into an ultra-luxury playground.

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Aspire Waterfall tower exterior
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South Africa’s new $38 million luxury hub sells out 76% before construction

Aspire Waterfall City sells 76% of its R624 million ($38 million) units before construction, proving strong demand for secure Gauteng luxury living.

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