Coca-Cola HBC launches Cairo tech hub to boost digital outsourcing growth

Coca-Cola HBC launches Cairo tech hub to support 27 markets, boosting Egypt’s rise as a digital outsourcing and export services…

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Aminata Kane: Senegalese executive driving Orange’s fintech expansion across Africa

Aminata Kane Ndiaye leads Orange Money’s fintech expansion, scaling digital finance to 40 million users across Africa and the Middle…

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Cape Verde’s $40 million signal: A tourism boom that’s both fuel and fragility

Cape Verde’s FDI rises 9.4% to $39.8 million, with nearly 90% flowing into tourism, highlighting growth momentum and economic concentration…

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MTN Group: 10 chairpersons driving growth across Africa

MTN group’s 10 chairpersons anchor governance across Africa, steering regulation, fintech expansion, and long-term growth in key markets.

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Patrick Bitature’s Simba Group: Inside Uganda’s multi-sector business empire

Patrick Bitature built Simba Group into a telecom, energy, and real estate powerhouse, shaping Uganda’s private sector growth.

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OCI Global backs $992 million Nassef Sawiris’ NNS bid to go private

OCI Global backs Nassef Sawiris’ $992 million NNS bid to go private, as board weighs merger with Orascom Construction.

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Raya Holdings names Egyptian executive Marwa Abbas as CEO of Raya Information Technology

Raya Holdings appoints IBM veteran Marwa Abbas as CEO of its IT arm to drive regional growth and digital transformation…

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Aradel general counsel Titilola Omisore sells $4.7 million stake as shares slide 37%

The shares were sold through the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos, with the disclosure made by Aradel's Compliance and Company Secretariat.

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Gauteng-born CEO Mpumi Madisa hits $3-million milestone with Bidvest shares

The increase follows a steady rise in Bidvest’s share price and adds her to the ranks of South African business…

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Kenyan herders, activists sue to halt Maasai Mara resort boom

The legal challenge names specific properties, including the Ritz-Carlton safari lodge, Sala’s Camp, and Sand River Masai Mara by Elewana.

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Uganda’s QCIL posts record $80 million revenue as profit surges to $16 million in 2026

Uganda’s QCIL reports record $80 million revenue as profit jumps 38.8% to $16 million, driven by efficiency, diversification and expansion.

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China’s Chery takes over South Africa plant to drive pan-African auto expansion

The handover, completed on Friday, follows an agreement announced in January.

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Idrissa Nassa’s Coris Bank sets up Cameroon unit, awaits approval for market entry

Idrissa Nassa's Coris Bank sets up Cameroon unit with CFA26 billion ($45.33 million) capital, awaiting regulatory approval to launch operations…

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Indian billionaire Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta delays CopperTech IPO amid market volatility

Anil Agarwal's Vedanta delays CopperTech IPO as volatile mining equities and U.S. policy risks unsettle investors before New York debut.

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Lighthouse advances $121 million refinancing ahead of 2027 debt maturity

Lighthouse moves early to refinance $121 million debt tied to French retail assets ahead of 2027 maturity, citing strong lender…

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Nigerian businessman Oba Otudeko eyes N137 million Ikeja Hotels dividend, after becoming second biggest investor

Oba Otudeko to earn N137.4 million Ikeja Hotels dividend after acquiring 14.12% stake, qualifying for dual-year payouts.

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From builder to harvester: Inside Zeder’s more than half a billion dollar agribusiness exit strategy

Zeder exits agribusiness assets, unlocking over $675 million as it shifts from building to capital return strategy.

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Mohammed Jaffer’s empire: Power, controversy, making of modern Mombasa

Mohammed Jaffer’s empire shapes Mombasa’s economy, blending infrastructure gains with rising scrutiny over dominance, fuel scandal, and influence.

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Namibia’s Capricorn Group director Elizabeth Fahl resigns from board

Capricorn Group director Elizabeth Fahl resigns after nearly five years, ending a tenure focused on governance and human capital strategy.

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Nigeria’s NNPC revenue drops 13% to $3.15 billion despite steady oil output

Revenue fell by N636 billion ($463.7 million) from the N4.97 trillion ($3.62 billion) recorded in April.

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French miner Eramet restarts Senegal sands plant after fire damage

Eramet restarts Senegal mineral sands output after fire damage, targeting recovery to full capacity by 2027 amid lower 2026 guidance.

Burna Boy emerges first African artist to earn $3 million on Oceania tour     

Grammy-winning Burna Boy makes history, earning $3M on his Oceania tour.

Namibia clears Nasan Energies to resume fuel supply deal with Vitol

Namibia fuel supply deal with Vitol resumes as Nasan Energies wins government approval, boosting energy security and market stability.

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Coca-Cola HBC launches Cairo tech hub to boost digital outsourcing growth

Coca-Cola HBC launches Cairo tech hub to support 27 markets, boosting Egypt’s rise as a digital outsourcing and export services powerhouse.

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MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita joins UN AI for Good Global Commission 

MTN CEO Ralph Mupita joins the UN AI for Good Global Commission to help shape responsible AI and digital inclusion.

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Genel Energy eyes Egypt expansion in $360 million Capricorn acquisition

Genel Energy Egypt expansion accelerates after its $360 million Capricorn Energy acquisition, strengthening production and growth.

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Aminata Kane: Senegalese executive driving Orange’s fintech expansion across Africa

Aminata Kane Ndiaye leads Orange Money’s fintech expansion, scaling digital finance to 40 million users across Africa and the Middle East.

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MAG expands Egypt luxury portfolio, targets $61 million in 2026 sales

MAG Egypt luxury portfolio expands with La Reva Signature Residence, targeting $61 million in 2026 sales in Egypt's luxury real estate.

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