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Swiss private bank Pictet opens South Africa offic...

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Swiss private bank Pictet is opening in South Africa after regulatory approval, betting Africa’s wealthy class will drive more cro...

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Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola joins $22 millio...

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Flutterwave CEO Olugbenga Agboola joined a $22 million round for Terra Industries, a Nigerian defense tech startup expanding into ...

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boss surveyed the entire staff on my work after 90...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Our new work stations will be outside our building’s security screening I work...

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let’s discuss workplace romance gone wrong … and r...

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It’s Valentine’s Day on Saturday so let’s talk about workplace romance. Did you spot coworkers having a secret affair without real...

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my job offer fell through after I’d already resign...

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A reader writes: I was offered a job last week, which was going to require a 2.5-hour move. I accepted as it’s a field I love and ...

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animals at work

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Over the years, we’ve had many letters about animals at work. Here are some of them. my employee doesn’t think we’re doing enough ...

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my boss thinks our obnoxious coworker is funny, me...

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It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go… 1. A medical tech repeatedly proselytized to me An experience I had recently with...

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Mandarin Oriental to take over Egypt’s Old Catarac...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 35

Mandarin Oriental plans a major Egypt push with the Old Cataract in Aswan, Luxor’s Winter Palace and its first luxury Nile cruise....

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Kevin Hart’s Tequila Brand Hits $200 Million in Re...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 18

Gran Coramino, co-founded by Kevin Hart, has reached $200 million in retail sales, fueled by strong 2025 growth in stores.

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George Soros-Backed Delta40 Secures $20 Million to...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 19

Delta40 secures $20 million to fund and build early-stage startups across Africa’s energy, agriculture and fintech sectors.

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Billionaire Naguib Sawiris backs new Digital Schoo...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 19

Naguib Sawiris joined UAE partners to launch Jusur Al Foras, a plan to train 100,000 Egyptians and place 10,000 in jobs.

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Oil tycoon Ahonsi Unuigbe’s Petralon appeals Dawes...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 18

Petralon’s Ahonsi Unuigbe is contesting a Dawes Island court ruling as NJ Ayuk’s Africa Energy Chamber warns it could deter invest...

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employee openly cheated on her partner at our comp...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 18

A reader writes: I manage a team of 8-12 people at any one time in an entry-level role. Every year, we have a Christmas party at a...

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should I tell my bosses their efforts to support m...

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A reader writes: I work for a large, quickly growing international business headquartered in the United States. I’m in HR and ofte...

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I manage the CEO’s horrible nephew

DO NEWSFEED Feb 11, 2026 0 17

A reader writes: I’m managing a difficult employee, “Felix.” Felix has been at my company for five years now. He also happens to b...

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demoting a dedicated employee, asking for more vac...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. We have to demote a really dedicated manager I’m involved in a small, local no...

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Bill Gates Rejects Claims Linking Him to Mosquito ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 20

Bill Gates has rejected claims circulating online that link him to a surge in mosquitoes in Kenya, with his foundation calling the...

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Egyptian billionaire Hisham Talaat Moustafa to est...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 20

Hisham Talaat Moustafa is leading a new push into higher education as Talaat Moustafa Group plans a private university in Noor Cit...

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when is it OK to go over an unresponsive contact’s...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 15

A reader writes: For nearly five months now, I have been trying to get in touch with a contact at a partner organization about som...

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should I write a bad review for a job I quit after...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 19

A reader writes: I left my last job after 3.5 months despite receiving consistently high praise privately from the director (my di...

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I get stuck with all the event planning due to my ...

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A reader writes: I’m a woman working in a male-dominated profession. I do most of the planning and organizing for company events—n...

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is stubble unprofessional, should I try to keep an...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 21

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Is stubble unprofessional? Is having a few days of facial stubble unprofession...

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Planning or Procrastination? How to Stop Endlessl...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 16

There’s a fine line between thoughtful planning and procrastination. If you’re someone who loves organizing, color-coding, or mapp...

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Michael Jordan opens fourth North Carolina clinic ...

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Michael Jordan has opened a fourth health clinic in North Carolina, expanding free primary care access for uninsured residents thr...

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Banking tycoon Lesetja Kganyago warns stablecoins ...

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Lesetja Kganyago has warned that the growing use of stablecoins could threaten currency stability in South Africa, citing regulato...

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Serena Williams fuels comeback buzz after practice...

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Serena Williams is once again at the center of comeback talk after Alycia Parks revealed they recently practiced together and prai...

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Zim billionaire Strive Masiyiwa’s Econet delisting...

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Strive Masiyiwa’s Econet is pitching a $1bn InfraCo spinout, but an analyst warns shareholders to scrutinize valuation, liquidity ...

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valU founder Walid Hassouna tops $174m African sta...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 10, 2026 0 19

African startups raised $174 million in January, extending a fourth year trend of tighter funding as investors concentrate capital...

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open thread – February 6, 2026

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It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on any work-related questi...

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weekend open thread – February 7-8, 2026

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This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here ar...

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boss assigns work by pulling names out of a hat, h...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss assigns work by pulling names out of a hat I work on a team of about 1...

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Billionaires.Africa ranks the 30 richest investors...

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Egypt’s stock market surged over the past year. Here are the 30 biggest listed equity fortunes on the EGX, with stakes and dollar ...

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Billionaires.Africa ranks the 30 richest people on...

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From ER Group and CIEL to IBL and Beachcomber, these are the SEM’s biggest individual shareholders, ranked by listed equity value....

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Billionaires.Africa ranks the 10 richest investors...

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DSE ended 2025 at record valuation levels. These are the ten biggest individual investors by listed equity stakes, led by bank hea...

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Billionaires.Africa ranks the 10 richest investors...

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A 34% rally has lifted Uganda’s Securities Exchange—still a market where a few liquid stocks and a small circle of investors drive...

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Billionaires.Africa ranks the 30 richest investors...

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The JSE’s strong 12-month rally has boosted the paper wealth of founders and blockholders. Here are the richest JSE investors in 2...

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how do people in high-conflict jobs protect their ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 6, 2026 0 22

It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: I work in a pretty calm office environment where I rarely deal with...

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3 recent success stories from readers

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Here are three recent success stories submitted by readers. 1. A successful raise request I wanted to share that I used your advic...

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interviewer was upset I wouldn’t tell him whether ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 6, 2026 0 17

It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker comes to work high I work in an animal care setting and overheard ...

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can I ask for feedback on why I was rejected witho...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 6, 2026 0 23

A reader writes: Do you have any guidance on asking for feedback on a job application when you weren’t selected for an interview? ...

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Billionaire Patrice Motsepe seen as potential cata...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 5, 2026 0 33

Analysts believe Patrice Motsepe’s mining experience could help reverse South Africa’s long decline in exploration, output and inv...

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Nigerian entrepreneur Yinka Adewale's Nomba acquir...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 5, 2026 0 21

Nomba CEO Yinka Adewale says owning regulated Canadian infrastructure allows African businesses to move money faster, cut costs, a...

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Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s refinery deni...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 5, 2026 0 18

Dangote Refinery has rejected claims it imports finished fuel, saying it processes crude and feedstocks into petrol and diesel tha...

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Billionaire investor Femi Otedola signals painful ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 5, 2026 0 17

Femi Otedola says rebuilding First HoldCo will involve tough disruptions as the group resets its balance sheet and positions for l...

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MTN weighs buying the rest of IHS Towers

DO NEWSFEED Feb 5, 2026 0 17

MTN is in advanced talks to buy the rest of IHS Towers, a move that could reshape Sam Darwish’s tower business across Africa.

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I inherited a team from a terrible manager, job ap...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I inherited a team from a terrible manager Thanks to your help, I have a shiny...

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my coworker wants to fire a domestic violence surv...

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A reader writes: Our company works in a building that houses multiple businesses. We share reception and security. Recently, there...

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my company says no one can take any time off for a...

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A reader writes: I work in healthcare IT. Recently, our organization made the decision to switch to a new Electronic Medical Recor...

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is showing up in person with a resume actually a t...

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A reader writes: My brother (Gen Z/millennial cusp) has been out of work (and stuck living back home with my parents) for a while ...

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bullying coworkers wouldn’t let me speak at a meet...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My bullying coworkers wouldn’t let me speak at a meeting This happened many ye...

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UTM Offshore CEO Julius Rone sets 2026 start date ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 4, 2026 0 34

UTM Offshore CEO Julius Rone announced that Nigeria first floating LNG facility will begin construction in 2026, marking a major s...

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Elon Musk Calls for Sanctions Against Julius Malem...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 4, 2026 0 20

Elon Musk renewed his criticism of Julius Malema, urging sanctions and international action after resurfaced remarks fueled debate...

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Nigerian businessman Orji Uzor Kalu sponsors UTME ...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 4, 2026 0 18

Senator Uzor Kalu sponsors UTME registration for 2,000 Abia North students, access to education

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Banker Aig-Imoukhuede urges Nigeria to embrace agr...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 4, 2026 0 17

Nigeria’s agriculture is unfinished, not failed. Leaders urge youth to see it as a modern, tech-driven sector with vast career pat...

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Citygate Homes Chairman Duru Mike Ejiogu honored a...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 4, 2026 0 17

Citygate Homes chairman Duru Mike Ejiogu received Sun Newspapers’ Entrepreneur of the Year award at a ceremony attended by Nigeria...

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I’m in trouble for sexist and ageist remarks — but...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 15

A reader writes: I was called in to a last-minute end-of-day meeting yesterday … that ended up being with my boss, his boss, and H...

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how to respond when a candidate discloses a disabi...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 21

A reader writes: A colleague and I were recently interviewing candidates for an entry-level position and, at the beginning of one ...

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is it unprofessional to avoid being alone with a c...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 17

A reader writes: I’ve read your stuff on why it’s problematic for supervisors to avoid one-on-one meetings with supervisees, but w...

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should I take a job with my politician brother, re...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 17

It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Should I take a job with my politician brother? My brother is running for loca...

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Egypt's Hassan Allam Properties targets $297.4 mil...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 29

Developer Hassan Allam Properties targets 14 billion pounds in 2026 work and will launch a hospitality brand to manage hotels open...

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South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux’s Capite...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 25

Capitec plans to expand branches and ATMs in 2026, betting that physical access still matters as rivals cut networks and push deep...

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Billionaire Aliko Dangote's refinery targets 75 mi...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 22

Dangote Refinery outlined petrol, diesel and aviation fuel volumes that exceed Nigeria’s estimated demand, according to figures re...

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South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemon...

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Richemont agreed to sell Baume & Mercier to Italy’s Damiani, handing control of one of Switzerland’s oldest watch brands to a fami...

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Wale Tinubu’s Oando grows profit 10 percent as ups...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 3, 2026 0 16

Oando Plc posted a stronger profit in 2025 as rising oil and gas output offset lower revenue from trading shifts and strategic por...

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Background Check Tips Every Employer Should Know

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The tips highlighted in this piece give you a proper foundation for doing background checks the right way. Conducted after intervi...

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husband’s employee’s wife called me to complain, 2...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. The wife of my husband’s employee called me to complain about a work trip The ...

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Botswana retailer Sefalana reports half-year profi...

DO NEWSFEED Feb 2, 2026 0 22

Sales climbed to 5.82 billion pula, but profit fell, as Chandra Chauhan’s Sefalana keeps building its retail footprint across sout...

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Nigerian auto magnate Innocent Chukwuma's Innoson ...

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Innoson says a new Nnewi plant will build CNG trucks and electric vehicles, adding 2,000 jobs and a youth training scheme.

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South African businesswoman Bridgette Motsepe-Rade...

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Cleared in a money laundering saga, Bridgette Motsepe-Radebe is pressing Botswana to settle costs and finish still-overdue court-o...

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South African businessman Saki Macozoma says $723 ...

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Saki Macozoma says a R11.67bn manganese sale to Exxaro shows black economic empowerment can create lasting value despite years of ...

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Tanzanian billionaire Bakhresa tells young entrepr...

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Billionaire industrialist Said Salim Bakhresa tells young founders to be patient and persistent, describing a path from street foo...

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weekend open thread – January 31 – February 1, 202...

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This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here ar...

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open thread – January 30, 2026

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It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on any work-related questi...

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“participation noises” in meetings, someone is lea...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. The etiquette of “participation noises” in meetings I was very recently diagno...

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update: did I cross a line with the (messy, chaoti...

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Remember the letter-writer who asked if they had crossed a line with the (messy, chaotic) organization they volunteered for? Here’...

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what do you wish you’d known when you started mana...

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It’s the Thursday “ask the readers” question. A reader writes: Would you consider an Ask the Readers on what people wish they’d kn...

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my employee isn’t working full-time hours, leaves ...

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A reader writes: I’m a (decently) new manager, and I’m struggling with one of my employees. They come from a freelance background ...

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I cried at work and my coworkers won’t stop asking...

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It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go… 1. I cried at work and my coworkers won’t stop asking if I’m okay I work in a sma...

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Aradel, led by Adegbite Falade, secures $250 milli...

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Aradel, led by Adegbite Falade, secures $250 million to expand oil and gas operations and increase stake in ND Western.

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Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Foods posts $366 million p...

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BUA Foods reported a $366 million profit as strong demand for staples like sugar, flour, pasta and rice lifted sales and assets de...

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Accelerate continues major sales following South A...

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Michael Georgiou continues major property sales, raising R88 million as it trims debt post-Michael Georgiou departure.

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Vitafoam Nigeria, partly owned by Samuel Bolarinde...

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Vitafoam Nigeria, partly owned by Samuel Bolarinde, posts $22.8 million revenue with net profit rising to $3.3 million.

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FCMB, led by Nigerian banker Ladi Balogun, doubles...

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FCMB posts $127.5 million profit in 2025 as higher interest income lifts earnings despite rising costs and credit losses.

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supplier said not to do business with them if we d...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Does this new job really involve this much travel? I am considering leaving my...

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am I not cut out to be a manager?

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A reader writes: I’m a newish manager, and I have one direct report. My new employee, “Susan,” quit this week. Her old employer ha...

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letters from Minneapolis

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Some letters from Minneapolis: For the past several weeks, the Twin Cities, and the state of Minnesota overall, has been under sie...

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my office bully told her class we’re in a relation...

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A reader writes: I have the oddest situation. I have given my notice at a healthcare nonprofit (let’s call it the Wellness Allianc...

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my boss says 3 of us having dinner would be discri...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My boss says three female employees having dinner together would be discrimina...

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Barloworld pays $1.36 million to South African exe...

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Barloworld paid CEO Dominic Sewela $1.36 million in cash to close out long-term incentive awards after company’s change of control...

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Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Minerals takes t...

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African Rainbow Minerals is challenging companies it says are riding on its name, arguing their brands could mislead the public an...

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Stanlib moves to buy Strive Masiyiwa's Africa Data...

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Stanlib wants to buy Cassava’s Africa Data Centres after regulators recommended approval, a deal that could reshape South Africa’s...

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South African executive Laurence Rapp-led Vukile s...

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South Africa’s Vukile sells Spanish retail parks for $334 million, marking a full exit and refocusing on higher-growth shopping ce...

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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote's refinery lif...

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Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote raises petrol prices by 14 percent as global crude oil prices climb after U.S. supply disruptio...

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can we ask teams to “host” coffee hours, coworker ...

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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Is it reasonable to ask teams to “host” coffee hours? My new-ish boss implemen...

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some ways to help right now

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I don’t know what to say about what’s happening that won’t sound performative, but business as usual doesn’t feel okay right now. ...

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my boss wants me to buy a fitness tracking device

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A reader writes: I hold a leadership role and report to the co-founders of a small company, which has both an office hub and a rem...

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AI is creating chaos at work

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Although we’ve been told that AI is poised to “revolutionize” work, at the moment it seems to be doing something else entirely: sp...

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my coworker said I’m the boss’s “shiny new penny”...

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A reader writes: I’m a 20-year-old woman working at a locally owned company. I joined when I was 19 and currently hold the role of...

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Are We Becoming Cognitively Lazy?

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The convenience of AI is seductive, but there's a hidden cost. When technology shapes not only how we work, but how we think, we e...

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Egyptian billionaire Ahmed Ezz’s steel firm plans ...

DO NEWSFEED Jan 26, 2026 0 24

Ahmed Ezz’s Ezz Steel invests $1.16 billion to expand production amid falling exports and rising local demand.

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