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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

Top 7 largest IPO in African history

Africa’s biggest IPOs from Johannesburg to Cairo show how capital markets are deepening across retail, tech, and healthcare sectors.

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SA Corporate REIT sells Bluff Towers for $31.7 million

SA Corporate sells Durban’s Bluff Towers for $31.7 million as it shifts focus to high-growth property assets.

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South Africa attracts $500 million in global funding push

South Africa expands debt options in global capital markets.

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London-headquartered miner, Jubilee sells its South African assets for $90 million

Jubilee Metals sells its South African chrome and platinum assets for $90 million to focus on copper expansion in Zambia.

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Mozambique bets big on transport corridors for growth

At a Glance Mozambique is moving to redefine its economic future by investing heavily in transport corridors that connect its vast interior to one of Africa’s longest coastlines. The government views these projects not simply as infrastructure upgrades but as building blocks for long-term growth and industrialization.  For decades, the country has served as a vital gateway for its landlocked neighbors. But officials say the time has come to move beyond being just a transit point. By expanding ports, modernizing…

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Top 10 African mining projects in 2025

Top African mines anchor global demand for critical minerals.

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APO Group selected as Emirates’ Public Relations agency for Africa

Emirates appoints APO Group as its Africa PR partner to strengthen brand visibility and deepen regional engagement.

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Mauritian telecom firm Emtel offloads final EMVision stake for $14.9 million

Emtel finalizes $14.9 million sale of EMVision stake to Currimjee to boost its digital infrastructure focus.

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Africa’s 7 weakest currencies over the past year

Several African currencies have plunged as inflation, deficits, and weak central banks erode investor confidence.

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