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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.

Latest Business News

East Africa pulls ahead as Africa’s growth leader amid global uncertainty

East Africa is set to lead Africa’s growth in 2026, supported by investment, trade links and steady expansion despite global uncertainty.

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Nigeria’s leading hospitality group, Transcorp Hotels, beats forecasts with $70 million 2025 revenue

Transcorp Hotels closed 2025 with over $70 million revenue, driven by strong bookings and disciplined cost control.

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10 most valuable stocks on Victoria Falls Stock Exchange

VFEX has grown into a $2.4 billion, US dollar-denominated exchange, attracting mining, consumer and banking stocks amid Zimbabwe volatility.

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How Nick Danso Adjei built Royal Nick Hotel into a flagship Ghana asset

Nick Danso Adjei founded Royal Nick Hotel in 1992, turning a Tema property into a flagship business asset serving Ghana’s trade-driven economy.

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Cairo’s mega luxury hotel pipeline signals market dominance

Massive hotel development positions Cairo at the center of Africa’s high-end travel growth.

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7 of Namibia’s major retailers

Namibia’s retail sector blends South African giants and strong local chains powering consumer demand beyond mining across urban and coastal towns.

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Glencore to focus on copper in Congo in 2026 as cobalt limits bite  

Glencore will prioritize copper production in the Congo in 2026 as cobalt export limits curb output and sales.

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BUA Group founder Abdul Samad Rabiu crosses $10 billion, third Nigerian billionaire to do so

BUA Group’s Abdul Samad Rabiu crosses $10 billion, ranking as Nigeria’s second-richest and boosting industrial growth.

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At 444 transactions a second, Moniepoint offers a window into Nigeria’s economy

Moniepoint processes 444 transactions per second, handling over $250 billion annually and offering a real-time view of Nigeria’s digital economy.

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