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Five new Black billionaires join global ranks in 2026

Five new Black billionaires join global ranks in 2026, pushing combined wealth past $120 billion.

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Nigeria’s Moniepoint expands into Kenya, targets SME banking growth

Moniepoint acquires 78% of Sumac Microfinance Bank, expanding SME banking and operations in Kenya under Tosin Eniolorunda.

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John Kibunga Kimani, Kenyan businessman and Kakuzi shareholder, poised to receive Ksh105.1 million dividend.
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Kenyan businessman John Kimani to receive Ksh105.1 million dividend from Kakuzi

Kenyan businessman John Kibunga Kimani to receive Ksh105.1 million dividend from Kakuzi as profits rebound in 2025.

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Nigeria’s FCMB limits exposure in fraud attempt

FCMB blocks N2.4 billion ($1.73 million) in fraud attempt, limiting exposure as Nigeria strengthens digital banking security.

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Anna Mokgokong, South African businesswoman and executive chairperson of CIH, leading across healthcare, ICT, and mining.
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Anna Mokgokong: South African businesswoman behind billion-dollar investment group, CIH

From selling sandwiches to leading a $1.1 billion group, Anna Mokgokong rose to shape South Africa’s healthcare, mining, and ICT sectors.

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South African billionaire Christo Wiese to receive $11.3 million dividend from Shoprite

South African billionaire Christo Wiese to receive $11.3 million interim dividend from Shoprite for his 10.67% stake.

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Algeria, Spain in advanced talks to expand natural gas delivery

Spain and Algeria discuss boosting natural gas supply by 10 percent through the Medgaz pipeline.

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Folorunso Alakija, Nigeria’s richest woman and philanthropist.
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Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunso Alakija, unveils $1 million grant for women

Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunso Alakija, launches $1 million grant to support women entrepreneurs with training and funding.

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Sam Ngumeni, incoming CEO of Woolworths Holdings, awarded $3 million in shares
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Woolworths awards $3 million shares to incoming CEO Sam Ngumeni

Woolworths grants incoming CEO Sam Ngumeni $3 million in shares with five-year performance targets tied to growth and share price.

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Air Algerie fleet expansion with new aircraft.
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Just as Uganda Airlines gets $113 million, Air Algerie orders 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8

Uganda Airlines secures $113 million funding as Air Algerie orders 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8, signaling African aviation expansion.

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Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and founder of Dangote Group.
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As petrol rises 84% in Nigeria, Dangote refinery sends fuel to Ghana, 4 others

As petrol rises 84% in Nigeria, Dangote refinery boosts regional exports, shipping 456,000 tonnes of refined fuel to five African nations.

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I&M Group headquarters at 1 Park Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya.
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Kenya’s I&M Group posts $145 million profit in 2025; total assets hit $5.3 billion

Nairobi-based lender I&M Group posts a $145 million profit in 2025 as total assets reach $5.3 billion.

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