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7 Africa’s biggest firm betting big on sports

Africa’s sports industry attracts billionaires, banks, and governments, turning stadiums and leagues into major economic assets.

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How African billionaires structure wealth to protect control, assets and influence

African billionaires preserve wealth through trusts, LLCs and foundations, separating control, risk and influence for durability across generations.

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African billionaires’ strategy: Media, energy, banks before anything else

Across Africa, billionaires buy media, energy and banks first, using control of narratives, cash flows and credit to secure long-term power.

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10 biggest retail investors on the African continent

Africa’s retail boom is being shaped by early-stage investors backing commerce, payments and logistics long before global capital arrives.

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How wealthy African businessmen use self-loans to build control and avoid repayment

African billionaires use shareholder loans to retain control, boost balance sheets and convert forgiven debt into ownership leverage without repayment.

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Uganda signs $2 billion deal to expand oil infrastructure and pipelines

Uganda secures $2 billion deal with Vitol to expand oil storage, pipelines, and refineries, aiming for regional energy hub status.

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AMEA Power lands $572 million IFC-led loan for Egypt renewable project

AMEA Power secured $572 million in IFC-led financing for a 1,000MW solar-plus-storage project in Egypt, marking Africa’s largest combined renewable build.

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The quiet reason Africa’s wealthy families build many companies

Africa’s richest families build clusters of companies to manage risk, preserve control, and protect wealth across generations.

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Inside Madagascar’s 10 most exclusive luxury hotels

Madagascar’s most exclusive luxury hotels blend scarcity, private access and conservation, drawing ultra-wealthy travelers seeking rare experiences.

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Touring 7 of the biggest sports complexes across Africa’s islands

Tour Africa’s top 10 island sports complexes shaping tourism, national pride, and multi-sport events across the Indian Ocean and Atlantic rim.

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10 leading beverage companies in Kenya

Kenya’s beverage sector draws global and local players as Nairobi anchors East Africa’s most resilient, fast-growing consumer drinks market.

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Capitec’s tax expense rises to $238 million as earnings surge

Capitec Bank’s tax expense jumped to $238 million in 2025 as profit surged, driven by AvaFin integration and rising insurance income across operations.

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