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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

Namibia Breweries posts $121.4 million revenue in H1 2025

Namibia Breweries H1 2025 revenue rose nearly 10% to $121.4 million, with profit doubling on stronger margins and local production

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10 largest Chinese companies in Africa

Chinese companies fuel Africa’s growth through telecoms, energy, ports, and rail projects.

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Top 20 African economies by GDP 2025

Africa’s top 20 economies in 2025 show sharp contrasts, from resource-rich giants to fast-growing service hubs shaping future growth.

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Top 7 Africa’s oldest luxury hotel

Africa’s oldest luxury hotels blend history, culture, and indulgence, offering timeless stays from Cape Town to Cairo.

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Africa’s top 10 biggest exporters

Africa’s top 10 exporters, from South Africa to Côte d’Ivoire, fuel global trade with minerals, oil, and agriculture

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North African nations, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia, lead Africa in full electricity access

North African nations achieve universal electricity access, joining Mauritius and Seychelles in Africa’s 100% club.

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B2Gold strengthens Africa gold production in Mali, Namibia

Canadian miner eyes growth as Mali, Namibia boost gold supply.

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Uber enters Kenya Safari market, targets $4 billion industry

The global ride-hailing giant, which entered the East African market in 2015, is now looking to tap into Kenya’s $4.3 billion tourism industry.

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Cabo Verde backs Santo Antão tourism with infrastructure push

At a Glance Cabo Verde is making Santo Antão even more popular as one of West Africa's best places to go for nature tourism. The government has made a number of improvements to hiking paths, infrastructure, and opportunities for local communities with the help of the World Bank through the Resilient Tourism and Blue Economy Development Project. The Ministry of Tourism and Transport, together with the Institute of Tourism of Cabo Verde, has focused on practical improvements across the island.…

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