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Adebayo Ogunlesi, Nigerian billionaire and co-founder of Global Infrastructure Partners.
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OpenAI hits $852 billion a year after Nigeria’s Adebayo Ogunlesi joins board

Its latest round, which increased from the $110 billion figure announced in February, drew backing from major technology and investment firms.

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CityBlue Hotels rolls out AI concierge across Africa, lifts guest experience
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CityBlue Hotels rolls out AI concierge across Africa, reshaping stays

CityBlue Hotels is introducing AI-powered concierge systems across its properties, deepening its push into digital operations as competition rises in Africa’s hospitality sector. The rollout, developed with UK-based Inntelo AI, reflects a broader shift among hotel operators toward faster service and more personalized guest experiences.  The move comes as travel across Africa picks up, supported by stronger regional mobility and growing interest from international visitors. Hotels are under pressure to respond quickly to guest needs while keeping service consistent across…

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Kevin Ellerine investment portfolio
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Inside South African investor Kevin Ellerine’s $108 million portfolio in telecom, property, stocks

Kevin Ellerine controls a $108 million portfolio spanning telecom, property, and equities, anchored by a $50 million Blu-Label Telecom stake.

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Dalia Elgabry, Vice President and Country Chair, said Egypt’s energy sector grows fast.
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Egypt emerges as key energy market as Shell eyes EGYPES 2026

Egypt is steadily becoming a central player in regional energy markets, drawing global attention as the country expands its energy infrastructure and capacity. With rising domestic demand and a strategic location connecting North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East, the country is increasingly critical for liquefied natural gas (LNG), oil, and renewable energy projects.  Energy companies are taking notice. Ahead of EGYPES 2026, Shell Egypt highlighted the country’s role in linking supply, infrastructure, and demand. Dalia Elgabry, Vice President…

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Telda adds in-app stock trading on Egypt’s exchange, widening access
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Telda rolls out in-app stock trading and investment funds for African users

Egypt’s push to widen access to financial markets is gaining ground, with Telda rolling out in-app stock trading and investment funds for everyday users. The Cairo-based platform is offering direct access to the Egyptian Stock Exchange, cutting out the layers that have long made investing feel out of reach for many people.  The move comes as more Africans turn to mobile platforms to manage their money, from payments to savings and now investments. A young population and wider smartphone use…

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Lesotho pushes for higher royalties in water deal with South Africa as dams expand supply
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Lesotho pushes for better terms in key water deal with South Africa

Lesotho is preparing to renegotiate a decades-old water-sharing agreement with South Africa, a deal that contributes about 10% of the kingdom’s economy. Officials say talks could start as early as April, giving the small, landlocked nation a rare chance to press for improved terms with its much larger neighbor.  The agreement underpins the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), a $3.1 billion infrastructure program that provides South Africa with water while generating royalties for Lesotho. Completed in stages since the 1990s,…

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BIM nears 1,000 stores in Morocco after record expansion
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BIM’s Morocco network nears 1,000 stores as expansion accelerates

Turkey’s discount retail giant BİM is nearing a key milestone in Morocco, where its store network is approaching 1,000 locations, underscoring the country’s growing role in its international business.  The expansion reflects broader shifts in Morocco’s consumer market. Rising living costs and steady urban growth are pushing more shoppers toward low-price retailers, creating room for chains that focus on affordability and efficiency.  BIM has steadily built its presence by opening smaller stores in densely populated areas, offering a limited range…

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Nigeria’s Moniepoint expands into Kenya, targets SME banking growth

Moniepoint acquires 78% of Sumac Microfinance Bank, expanding SME banking and operations in Kenya under Tosin Eniolorunda.

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Visa and SWAM team up with AI to protect Moroccan digital and card payments.
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Visa and Switch Al Maghrib join forces to fight payment fraud in Morocco

Morocco is moving to strengthen its digital payments system, as Visa and Switch Al Maghrib (SWAM) announce a partnership aimed at reducing electronic payment fraud. The collaboration uses artificial intelligence to detect suspicious activity, reflecting the country’s push to make cashless transactions safer and more reliable.  Over the past few years, electronic payments in Morocco have grown steadily. Rising consumer adoption, the expansion of e-commerce, and government initiatives promoting digital payments have made card transactions more common across urban and…

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