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African Business News: Latest Updates, Deals, and Market Trends

Stay ahead with the latest African business news, covering major deals, corporate movements, economic trends, and investment opportunities shaping the continent. At Shore Africa, we deliver timely and insightful reporting on the companies, industries, and leaders driving growth across Africa’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

From high-profile acquisitions and cross-border investments to emerging startups and policy shifts, our business coverage is designed to keep investors, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers informed. Whether it’s developments in banking, energy, fintech, manufacturing, or consumer markets, we break down complex stories into clear, actionable insights.

Recent highlights include major transactions such as the Minkama Capital takeover of Chococam in Cameroon, alongside broader coverage of Africa’s expanding private equity activity and strategic corporate restructuring across key markets. These stories reflect a wider trend of increasing investor confidence and deal-making momentum across the continent.

Our African business news section also tracks macroeconomic shifts, including inflation trends, currency movements, and government policies that impact businesses and investors. By connecting these developments to real-world corporate outcomes, we help you understand not just what is happening, but why it matters.

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Whether you are an investor, founder, or business enthusiast, this page serves as your hub for the latest business news in Africa.

Latest Business News

Globe Metals delays Africa’s first Niobium mine in Malawi to 2028

Globe Metals & Mining has pushed Malawi’s Kanyika niobium project to 2028 amid financing delays and unfinished pre-construction work.

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Why Senegal is emerging as West Africa’s Agro-industrial hub

At a Glance Senegal has inaugurated a $192 million Agropole Centre, marking a major push to expand domestic agro-processing, strengthen food security and stimulate regional economic growth.  The agro-industrial hub, launched in the country’s central regions, forms a core pillar of Dakar’s strategy to reduce food imports while increasing value addition across key agricultural commodities. What the Senegal Agropole centre will processThe project is financed by the Senegalese government with backing from the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Islamic Development…

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Johannesburg emerges as Africa’s infrastructure investment anchor

At a Glance Johannesburg’s hosting of the G20 summit was more than a diplomatic milestone. It served as a working example of a city still able to operate at scale, managing security, transport and logistics while welcoming global leaders and investors.  For business executives and fund managers in attendance, the takeaway was practical rather than symbolic. The summit underscored Johannesburg’s capacity to move people, capital and ideas efficiently, a quality that matters as investors become more selective about where they…

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Canadian Miner Robex targets $243 million to scale Kiniero Gold Mine in Guinea

Robex Resources completes first gold pour at Guinea’s Kiniero mine, seeking $243 million to scale production as gold prices rally globally.

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IFC backs private sector in developing countries with $71.7 billion in 2025

IFC committed a record $71.7 billion in 2025 to private firms, mobilising capital to drive jobs, inclusion and growth across developing markets.

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Egypt’s remittances hit record $34 billion in first 10 months of 2025

Egypt’s remittances hit $33.9 billion in 10 months of 2025, lifting reserves, supporting currency liquidity and reinforcing macroeconomic stability.

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Mountain National Park steps up safety ahead of holiday rush

At a Glance Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park is preparing for its busiest season yet, with South African National Parks (SANParks) stepping up safety measures as visitor numbers surge. The festive season brings a mix of international travelers, local tourists, and cruise ship passengers, all drawn to one of Africa’s most iconic natural attractions.  For many, Table Mountain National Park is the heart of Cape Town’s outdoor appeal. From the panoramic views at the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway to…

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10 biggest pharmaceutical firms in Africa

Africa’s pharmaceutical market is accelerating as global drugmakers and local firms expand manufacturing, generics and vaccines to meet needs.

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Standard Bank leads Africa with the continent’s largest branch network

Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest lender, operates the continent’s largest branch network, anchoring trade finance, infrastructure funding and retail banking.

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