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Capitec edges FirstRand to become Africa’s most valuable bank as earnings seen up to 25%

Capitec Bank becomes Africa’s top bank as shares rise and earnings are expected to jump 25 percent.

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Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, posts $4.4 billion revenue in H1 2026

Africa’s largest carrier reports $4.4 billion revenue in H1 2026, with strong passenger and cargo growth despite operational challenges.

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Naivas, Kenya’s largest retail chain, gets $1.03 million for 2025 protest losses

Naivas receives $1.03 million from CIC Insurance for 2025 protest losses, underscoring rising costs for Kenya’s largest supermarket chain.

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Jumia posts $818.6 million merchandise sales in 2025

Jumia records $818.6 million in 2025 merchandise sales, boosting revenue and narrowing losses as Africa’s top e-commerce platform grows.

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery lowers petrol prices by 3% despite global oil squeeze

Dangote Petroleum Refinery cuts petrol prices by 3 percent to N774 per liter, undercutting imports amid global supply tensions.

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Hyprop sells half of Woodlands Boulevard for $49.6 million, keeps stake for future growth

Hyprop sells half of Woodlands Boulevard for $49.6 million while keeping a 50% stake to support future growth.

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Abdul Samad Rabiu’s son, Khalifa, takes leadership role at BUA Foods

Khalifa Rabiu joins BUA Foods as Chief Officer, driving global procurement, supply chain efficiency, and growth for Nigeria’s $10.6 billion company.

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Harith strikes FlySafair deal two years after SAA talks collapsed

Harith General Partners acquires South Africa's FlySafair, returning to aviation after SAA talks collapsed.

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Aliko Dangote gains $726 million in 24 hours; net worth nears $32 billion

Aliko Dangote’s net worth jumps $726 million in 24 hours, edging closer to $32 billion on rising Dangote Cement shares.

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Pepkor CEO Pieter Erasmus sells $33M in shares as retail giant hits 6,000 stores

South African Pepkor CEO Pieter Erasmus sold $33 million in shares as the retail group surpasses 6,000 stores.

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Tony Elumelu’s Seplat stake tops $600 million weeks after $496 million purchase

Tony Elumelu’s Seplat Energy stake has climbed above $600 million, weeks after a $496 million acquisition reshaped Nigeria’s energy sector.

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Mauritius’ Sun Limited posts nearly $90 million in 2026 half-year revenue

Mauritius’ Sun Limited reports $88 million in half-year revenue, boosted by hotels, resorts, and rising visitor arrivals.

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