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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

Kenyan tycoon Gideon Muriuki-led Co-op Bank to distribute $113 million dividend

Co-op Bank plans $113 million dividend after 2025 profit growth, reinforcing investor confidence and strong balance sheet expansion.

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UBA, NiDCOM deepen collaboration to boost diaspora investment in Nigeria

UBA and NiDCOM strengthen ties to channel diaspora investment, offering Africans abroad seamless access to Nigeria’s growth opportunities.

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Co-op Bank shatters records with $230 million profit under Gideon Muriuki

Co-op Bank posts record $230 million profit as income rises, efficiency improves and dividend payout jumps sharply in 2025.

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Nigeria’s Zedvance targets $185 million in business loans by 2026

Zedvance targets $185 million in business loans by 2026 to boost Nigerian SMEs and expand credit access.

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South Africa’s Novus Holdings sells KwaZulu-Natal property assets in $5.4 million disposal

Novus Holdings sells KwaZulu-Natal assets for $5.4 million, exiting non-core properties to refocus capital on core operations.

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World Bank weighs options to ease Mozambique’s mounting debt burden

Mozambique’s debt crisis is worsening, pushing the World Bank to step up efforts to support the Southeast African nation as borrowing costs rise and investor confidence weakens.  The strain reflects wider pressure across emerging markets, where tighter global financial conditions and geopolitical tensions are making it harder for governments to access affordable funding. For Mozambique, those challenges are compounded by slow growth and repeated climate shocks that have weighed on public finances.  The country’s economic outlook now hinges in part…

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Idris, Sabrina Elba plan to transform West African island

Elbas advance sustainable development vision in Sierra Leone

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South Africa’s SPAR moves to cut jobs amid weak sales and rising costs

SPAR Group introduces retrenchments and cost-saving measures to strengthen operations amid weak trading conditions.

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Sirius Real Estate secures $346 million revolving credit facility to boost acquisitions

Sirius Real Estate secures $346 million revolving credit facility, boosting acquisitions and strengthening financial flexibility across Europe.

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