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Showmax to shut down as MultiChoice reviews streaming strategy after Canal+ takeover

Showmax to shut down as MultiChoice reviews streaming strategy after Canal+ $2.1 billion acquisition.

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Tanzania launches $273 million petroleum storage expansion shields against Strait of Hormuz disruption

Tanzania breaks ground on $273 million petroleum storage to boost energy security amid global supply risks.

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Oil at $85 boosts Nigeria, Angola but pressures South Africa’s economy

Oil at $85 boosts Nigeria and Angola’s revenues but raises fuel costs and inflation in South Africa.

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Egypt’s richest man, Nassef Sawiris shifts to non-executive role after 13 years leading OCI Global

Egypt's richest man, Nassef Sawiris will transition from OCI Global executive chairman to non-executive director after 13 years leading the nitrogen producer.

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Ghabbour family’s GB Corp. to launch three new units, seeks shareholder approval

GB Corp. plans three subsidiaries in technology and investment services, pending shareholder approval at its March 29 extraordinary meeting in Cairo.

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Mark Zuckerberg, world’s fifth-richest billionaire, buys $170 million Miami mansion

Meta co-founder Mark Zuckerberg acquires a $170 million Miami mansion with pool, dock, and 1,500-gallon aquarium.

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Ibnsina Pharma, Egypt’s largest pharmaceutical distributor posts $19 million profit in 2025

Ibnsina Pharma posts $19 million profit in 2025 as revenue jumps 37%, cementing Egypt distribution market dominance.

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South Africa’s $1 billion LNG terminal delayed to 2028 after court disrupts plans

South Africa’s $1 billion LNG terminal at Richards Bay delayed to 2028 after court disrupts Eskom-linked plans.

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Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris takes Adidas chair, holds $2 billion stake

Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris to chair Adidas, holding $2 billion stake as CEO Bjorn Gulden stays through 2030.

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Tony Elumelu Foundation to disburse nearly $16 million to 3,199 entrepreneurs in 2026 cohort

Tony Elumelu Foundation to disburse nearly $16 million to 3,199 African entrepreneurs in 2026 seed funding rollout.

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Sanlam commits $196 million for 25% stake in ARC’s diversified investment portfolio

Sanlam Life invests $196 million for 25% of ARC Fund portfolio, deepening ties with Patrice Motsepe’s Ubuntu-Botho.

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Africa’s largest telecom operator MTN plans Syria exit, cuts Middle East exposure

MTN Group plans to exit Syria, reducing Middle East exposure, while Nigerian operations boost profits and strengthen earnings.

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