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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

South African media tycoon Terrence Moolman gains $17 million from Caxton shares in 2026 rally

Terrence Moolman nets $17 million as Caxton & CTP Publishers shares rally on Johannesburg Stock Exchange, strengthening wealth and industry influence in South Africa.

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Peregrine Capital raises Caxton stake to $32.5 million in South Africa media bet

South Africa’s Peregrine Capital lifts stake in Caxton & CTP Publishers & Printers to $32.5 million, reinforcing confidence in media and packaging growth.

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Top 10 largest pharmacy chains in Egypt

Egypt’s largest pharmacy chains expand nationwide, modernizing healthcare retail and digital access across 110 million consumers.

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Madikwe Game Reserve introduces FMD safety measures

Madikwe Game Reserve has introduced new entry measures aimed at limiting the risk of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) spreading to livestock and wildlife in the region. The steps follow broader concerns about outbreaks affecting parts of South Africa’s farming sector.  The reserve’s management, working with the North West Parks and Tourism Board, said the measures are designed to protect animals while keeping the safari experience intact for visitors.  Officials say the focus is prevention. While there have been no…

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Delta40 raises $20 million to fund Africa’s innovators

Delta40 has raised $20 million to support its integrated venture studio and fund, marking one of the continent’s first institutional raises that combines venture building with early-stage capital.  The firm says the model pairs investment with hands-on operational support, working alongside founders from idea stage through scale. The approach is designed to address persistent funding and execution gaps facing African startups.  The raise brings together 54 investors from 13 countries, including development finance institutions, family offices, foundations and high-net-worth individuals.…

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Nigeria’s largest brewer returns to profit as revenue tops $1 billion

Nigerian Breweries returns to profit as revenue tops $1.08 billion, reversing prior losses and strengthening equity after debt cuts.

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Orascom Construction revenue jumps 55% to $5.1 billion in 2025

Orascom Construction reports $5.1 billion 2025 revenue as backlog, profit and U.S. data center awards surge.

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Strive Masiyiwa, Zimbabwe’s richest man, rebuilds net worth to $1.5 billion

Strive Masiyiwa rebuilds wealth to $1.5 billion with AI, fintech, and renewable energy investments after a $500 million 2025 setback.

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15 richest African women in mining industry

African women are reshaping mining, building billion-dollar mineral empires across gold, coal, diamonds and manganese.

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