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Nigerian billionaires Elumelu, Rabiu meet Macron to strengthen Africa-France ties

Elumelu and Rabiu meet Macron at Élysée Palace to strengthen investment and trade ties between France and Africa.

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KCB Group posts record $530 million profit as Kenyan unit leads earnings growth

KCB Group Plc posts $530 million profit as Kenyan unit leads earnings and mobile lending expands across East Africa.

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Tanzania’s first dollar billionaire, Rostam Aziz, acquires majority stake in Nation Media Group

Rostam Aziz, Tanzania’s first dollar billionaire, takes control of Nation Media Group to expand media and regional investments.

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Anthony Joshua moves to Dubai even as Iran tensions shake UAE safe-haven status

Boxing star Anthony Joshua moves to Dubai despite regional tensions, joining a growing community of millionaires and billionaires in the UAE.

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Naspers shares rise after 20% slump, market cap hits $44 billion

Shares of Naspers rebound after a 20 percent slump, lifting market value above $44 billion as investor confidence returns.

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Beyoncé, Dr. Dre join billionaire ranks as global total climbs to 3,428

Beyoncé and Dr. Dre join 3,428 billionaires worldwide as global wealth climbs to $20.1 trillion, fueled by tech, finance, and entertainment.

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Hilton Nairobi revives conference business after sale attempt falls through

Exterior view of the Hilton Nairobi building in Kenya’s central business district, a landmark property now hosting corporate conferences and events.

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South Africa’s economy grows fastest in three years amid reforms

South Africa’s GDP grew 1.1 percent in 2025, its fastest pace in three years, driven by agriculture, trade, and finance sectors.

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Absa, South Africa’s third-biggest lender, boosts headline earnings to $1.52 billion

Absa’s headline earnings rise 12% to $1.52 billion, driven by stronger client activity and higher non-interest income.

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Billionaire Tony Elumelu takes time off in France’s Biarritz after historic growth across his business empire

Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu takes a break in France following major financial gains across banking, energy, and hospitality ventures.

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Nigerian lender FCMB meets $360 million capital requirement, secures international banking license

FCMB meets $360 million capital requirement, earning an international banking license for global operations.

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Africa’s 23 billionaires gain $20.3 billion; net worth hits $126.7 billion

Africa’s richest 23 gained $20.3 billion, with net worth reaching $126.7 billion as Dangote and Rabiu lead wealth growth.

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