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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

Meet Abena Amoah: First female CEO of Ghana Stock Exchange

Abena Amoah, first female CEO of Ghana Stock Exchange, drives market growth, listings, and regional integration across Africa. GSE.

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DRC’s Rawbank leads $1.25 billion debut eurobond, opening global capital markets access

DRC raises $1.25 billion eurobond, unlocking global funding to boost infrastructure, jobs, and long-term economic growth.

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Meet Sello Moloko, the dealmaker behind a multi-million dollar African investment empire

South African banker and investor Sello Moloko built a multimillion-dollar investment empire spanning banking, infrastructure and energy across Africa.

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Calisto Radithipa’s Kemcore targets $103 million Africa chemical plants

Kemcore is investing $103 million in Botswana and Angola plants to localize mining chemicals and reduce import dependency in Africa.

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IFC plans $111.3 million loan to OCP for fertilizer waste project in Morocco

IFC weighs $111.3 million loan to Morocco’s OCP to fund sustainable phosphogypsum storage and cut fertilizer waste risks.

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Ghana International Bank gets $100 million IFC loan to boost Africa trade flows

Ghana International Bank secures $100 million IFC loan to boost trade finance, expand liquidity and support cross-border commerce across Africa.

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JSE-listed Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing to boost Africa’s fintech growth

Optasia raises over $300 million in refinancing backed by Standard Bank to scale fintech services across Africa and emerging markets.

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After reports reveal quiet $58 million bailout, SAA CEO John Lamola resigns

During John Lamola's tenure, the airline said it focused on restoring core operations and rebuilding its network.

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Why Capitec boosted Gerrie Fourie’s pay 59% to nearly $6 million in his final year as CEO

Capitec lifted Gerrie Fourie’s pay 59% to $5.62 million in 2025 after strong profit growth and a decade of rapid digital expansion.

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