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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

Champion Breweries expands footprint with Bullet drinks acquisition

Champion Breweries bets on Bullet to scale distribution and boost market share in Africa.

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Top 15 most valuable stocks on the Malawi stock exchange

Malawi Stock Exchange’s top 15 companies, led by banks and telecoms, account for nearly all market capitalization and investor growth.

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Dipula to acquire Protea Gardens Mall for $27.1 million

Dipula Income Fund to buy Soweto’s Protea Gardens Mall for $27.1 million, boosting township retail and long-term growth prospects.

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South Africa’s Assmang faces shutdown amid ArcelorMittal steel crisis

Assmang mine risks shutdown after the ArcelorMittal deal collapse, exposing steel woes.

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MTN expands leadership, appoints Karl Toriola VP Francophone Africa

Toriola, who continues to serve as CEO of MTN Nigeria, Africa’s largest listed telecom operator by revenue, brings over two decades of industry experience to the new role.

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Top 25 most valuable stocks on Nairobi Securities Exchange, H1 2025

NSE’s top 25 stocks by market value in H1 2025 show Kenya’s rising capital markets and investor sentiment trends.

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South African contractor Aveng swings to loss of $55.2 million as infrastructure drags in 2025

Aveng swung to a AUD92.3 million ($59.94 million) loss in FY2025 as weaker infrastructure markets hit revenue despite stronger cash balances.

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10 leading online betting companies dominating Africa’s market

Football fuels Africa’s fast-growing online betting industry across key markets.

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Co-op Bank Kenya half-year profit hits $109.1 million

Co-op Bank of Kenya posted $109.1 million H1 profit, lifted by digital growth, asset expansion, and strong shareholder returns.

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