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Cameroonian tech investor Eunice Ajim seeks $20 million to back Africa’s next fintech winners

The raise follows a string of outcomes that have helped sharpen her case to investors.

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Cameroonian Cyrille Nkontchou’s Enko Education secures $22 million from Standard Bank for African expansion

Enko Education secures $22 million from Standard Bank to expand across Africa, boosting access to high-quality, global education.

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IFC invests $45 million in clean telecom power to boost Africa connectivity

IFC commits $45 million to IPT PowerTech to expand clean telecom power, boosting connectivity across Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.

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Nigeria’s fintech unicorn Moniepoint acquires restaurant management platform Orda

Orda will be rebranded as Moniebook for Restaurants and folded into Moniebook, Moniepoint’s business management platform.

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Kenya Airways’ bookings climb, providing temporary relief from $2.4 billion liabilities

The carrier said that bookings have climbed sharply in recent weeks, helped in part by disruptions tied to the ongoing…

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Sandile Zungu: KZN businessman behind South Africa’s $10 billion lottery, sports license

Zungu's career reflects a consistent approach grounded in execution and long-term thinking.

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Nigerian monarch Lamido Sanusi’s MTN earnings reach N1.5 billion over seven years

Recent findings by Shore.Africa show that the Emir of Kano received a total of R22.57 million in board-related compensation from…

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Egyptian mogul Safwan Thabet hit by $40.8 million loss from Juhayna stake

Safwan Thabet loses $40.75 million in 46 days as Juhayna shares drop 14.45%, dragging down the value of his majority…

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10 of Africa’s richest hotel owners in 2026

Africa’s richest hotel owners are reshaping luxury hospitality, driving tourism growth and building world-class hotel empires across the continent.

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Egypt to pay $1.3 billion in oil company arrears by June amid energy crunch

By June 30, 2024, Egypt owed $6.1 billion to foreign oil companies, a gap driven by a persistent shortage of…

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Equity Group emerges Kenya’s most valuable brand in global ranking

Brand Finance said the ranking reflects customer perception of the bank and its growth prospects.

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Aliko Dangote’s refinery becomes key as Europe, Africa face fuel supply strain

The Nigerian billionaire’s facility, which produces 650,000 barrels per day, has drawn attention not only from African governments but increasingly…

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South Africa’s largest single-phase solar project secures Standard Bank backing

Once operational, Notsi is expected to generate around 1.5 million megawatt-hours of electricity annually, enough to power roughly 140,000 households.

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Botswana tycoon, Ramachandran Ottapathu, loses $4.7 million amid Choppies’ modest share decline

Choppies shares plunge 7%, wiping $4.7 million from Ramachandran Ottapathu’s stake amid investors selloff.

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Gold slump cuts $700 million from South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s fortune

Since Jan. 26, Motsepe’s net worth has fallen from $4.4 billion to $3.7 billion — a $700 million drop in…

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10 of Africa’s fastest women athletes

Africa’s fastest women are redefining global sprinting, led by record breakers and rising stars dominating track events worldwide

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Nigerian President praises Tony Elumelu on 63rd birthday as TEF lifts 2.1 million Africans out of poverty

In a statement honoring Elumelu, President Tinubu described him as an African business icon and a tireless advocate for Nigerian…

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One of Nigeria’s youngest deal makers, Folasope Aiyesimoju, quietly controls UAC with stake worth $50 million

Folasope Babasola Aiyesimoju is quietly transforming UAC Nigeria, blending CEO control with his $50 million shareholder influence.

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OCI generates $11.9 billion in strategic overhaul, returns $7 billion to shareholders

OCI generates $11.9 billion from asset sales, returning $7 billion to shareholders amid strategic overhaul and global energy volatility.

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$4.2 billion in African revenue linked to Tony Elumelu Foundation, CEO Somachi Chris-Asoluka says

Over 15 years, the foundation has funded more than 24,000 startups across the continent.

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Explore Malindi marine park, Kenya’s coastal Safari gem

At a Glance Along Kenya’s Indian Ocean shoreline, Malindi Marine National Park has long stood as one of Africa’s most remarkable marine sanctuaries. Established in 1968, it became the country’s first marine park and later earned recognition as a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 1979. Today, it remains a vital example of ocean conservation while offering visitors an unforgettable experience where…

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Sam Sithole: Sun International, Value Capital’s quiet strategist

Sam Sithole’s quiet leadership and sharp financial instincts have reshaped Sun International and Value Capital into pillars of South Africa’s corporate revival

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Cameroonian Cyrille Nkontchou’s Enko Education secures $22 million from Standard Bank for African expansion

Enko Education secures $22 million from Standard Bank to expand across Africa, boosting access to high-quality, global education.

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IFC invests $45 million in clean telecom power to boost Africa connectivity

IFC commits $45 million to IPT PowerTech to expand clean telecom power, boosting connectivity across Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.

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10 university owners driving Africa’s education revolution

Africa’s higher education revolution fueled by private university founders

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