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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.

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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

Patrice Motsepe steps down from ARM executive duties under new JSE rules

South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe steps down from ARM executive role, stays as chairman.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

JADEER expands Egypt footprint with new hotel Indigo

JADEER launches Hotel Indigo in Egypt’s New Capital, expanding luxury hospitality through mixed-use development partnership with IHG.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

Ninety-One increases Resilient REIT stake to $212 million

Ninety-One lifts Resilient REIT stake to $212 million, reinforcing institutional confidence in South Africa’s retail property sector.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi

BUA Group drives Africa’s food independence through strategic Abu Dhabi deals

BUA Group teams with AD Ports and MAIR to expand sugar refining, regional food production, and global logistics.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi

Talisman Metals expands Morocco copper mining portfolio

Talisman grows Morocco copper portfolio amid global demand

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi

Golden Pillars signs Rotana to run Swar Hotel in Shorouk

Golden Pillars Development has signed an agreement with Rotana Hotels to manage and operate the Swar Hotel in Shorouk City.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi

Dangote Refinery dominates as petrol market share hits 62%

Nigeria’s fuel market is entering a new phase as local refining begins to play a larger role in meeting demand, easing pressure on imports and reshaping supply patterns across the country. Fresh data shows a steady rise in domestic petrol output, with the balance tilting toward local production after years of reliance on foreign shipments.  At the center of this shift is the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which has expanded output and strengthened its presence in the downstream sector. The change…

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao

Stefanutti stocks shows recovery with over $960 million order book

Stefanutti Stocks’ R15.3 billion ($960.52 million) order book and debt cut signal recovery, positioning the group for steady infrastructure growth.

Feyisayo Ajayi Feyisayo Ajayi

Afriland, UBA partner on diaspora real estate investment 

Afriland Properties Plc partners United Bank for Africa Plc to offer verified real estate options for Nigerians in the diaspora.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi