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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.

Explore our latest business stories below to stay informed on Africa’s most important commercial developments. For deeper insights, you can also read our coverage on:

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

South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer rebounds with $1.6 billion gain

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Oppenheimer’s fortune rose from $12.9 billion on Mar. 31 to $14.5 billion at the…

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Top 5 biggest South African investments of J.P. Morgan

JP Morgan’s top investments in South Africa's growth, focus on retail, mining, food services, and financial inclusion.

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Sanlam Maroc invests $2.2 million in Moroccan startup to digitize informal retail

Sanlam Maroc backs Woliz with $2.2 million to digitize Morocco’s informal retail, connecting merchants, suppliers, and financial services.

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Ecobank DRC secures $30 million BII facility to boost SME financing

Ecobank DRC secures $30 million BII facility to expand SME lending, easing credit access and supporting growth across key sectors.

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Amid $100 million expansion plan, Redtech ranks among Africa’s fastest-growing companies

Redtech, backed by Tony Elumelu, ranks among Africa’s fastest-growing fintech firms amid expansion into 29 countries.

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Mozambique breaks ground on major technology center to boost innovation

Mozambique launches a $40 million tech center to train local LNG workers and grow Africa’s energy workforce.

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Uganda eyes first Sukuk to fund $3.2 billion railway expansion

Uganda plans its first sovereign sukuk to fund a $3.2 billion railway linking Kampala to Mombasa, boosting East African trade.

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Swiss-Tanzanian investor Patrick Schegg set for $1.8 million CRDB Bank dividend

Patrick Schegg set for $1.8 million payout as CRDB Bank raises dividend 38% on strong 2025 earnings and sustained customer growth.

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10 female CEOs redefining Africa’s banking industry

Meet 10 female CEOs leading Africa’s top banks, driving digital banking, profits, financial inclusion and regional expansion.

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Ralph Mupita leads MTN to $3.4 billion revenue in Q1 2026 as Nigeria, Ghana drive growth

MTN posts $3.4 4 billion in Q1 2026 revenue as Nigeria, Ghana fuel growth, driven by data, fintech and rising subscriber expansion.

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Canal+ to debut on JSE in $3 billion listing

Canal+ will debut on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in a $3 billion listing tied to its MultiChoice takeover.

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Prosus, led by South African billionaire Koos Bekker, targets $3.6 billion Just Eat revenue

Prosus, led by South African billionaire Koos Bekker, targets $3.6 billion revenue from Just Eat within a year as it streamlines operations.

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