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Koné Dossongui’s Atlantic Group gets $150 million to buy the Tongon gold mine in Côte d’Ivoire.
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It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
I’m on vacation. Here are some past letters that I’m making new again, rather than leaving them to wilt in the archives. 1. My bos...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
We have once again entered the season of forced workplace merriment, holiday party disasters, and other seasonal delights! Thus it...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
Abdul Samad Rabiu signs a new deal in Dubai to build a 32-tonnes-per-hour rice processing line as BUA Foods’ earnings surge.
HH Capital, tied to billionaire Tony Elumelu, snapped up more than 1 million Transcorp Power shares in a fresh insider deal on the...
A London court has pressed pause on a $111 million loan fight, handing Nigerian tycoon Emeka Offor rare breathing room in a long-r...
From a one-room cocoa shop to a $550 million export engine, Adeniji Adeyemi’s Starlink Global & Ideal Ltd is redefining non-oil su...
Belgian SIAT invests $100 million in Presco to expand Nigeria’s palm oil production and boost Edo State’s economy.
There will be more posts than usual this week, so keep checking back throughout the day. A reader writes: My company’s offices are...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
I’m on vacation. Here are some past letters that I’m making new again, rather than leaving them to wilt in the archives. 1. My emp...
Elsewedy Electric teams with Raneen Energy to strengthen Qatar’s power systems and advance local production.
Rasik Kantaria hits $1 billion as FMB Capital Holdings soars, marking a historic milestone in East Africa.
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
There will be more posts than usual this week, so keep checking back throughout the day. A reader writes: A while back, an employe...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
I’m on vacation. Here are some past letters that I’m making new again, rather than leaving them to wilt in the archives. 1. Can I ...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
When planning for the future, we’re not trying to eliminate chaos; we’re dancing with it. The goal is not to build perfect certain...
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I’m on vacation. Here are some past letters that I’m making new again, rather than leaving them to wilt in the archives. 1. My bos...
It’s “where are you now?” month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answ...
Aliko Dangote aims to triple Nigeria’s fertilizer output to 9 million tons, expanding operations and boosting exports.
Kenya moves ahead with a $1.5 billion highway deal after Tony Elumelu’s $1 billion pledge to support new infrastructure projects....
Richemont, controlled by South Africa’s Johann Rupert, posted $12.3 billion in half-year sales as strong jewelry demand and solid ...
Richemont, controlled by South Africa’s Johann Rupert, posted $12.3 billion in half-year sales as strong jewelry demand and solid ...
AXIAN and Mastercard team up to deliver safer digital payments and boost financial inclusion in Africa.
Access Holdings moves to raise $27.7 million in new capital as Aig-Imoukhuede strengthens the group’s growth plan.
Safwan Thabet’s stake in Juhayna fell by $71 million as shares slid on the Egyptian Exchange, trimming the food maker’s market cap...
Summit Africa secures $20 million from IFC to boost growth in financial services, technology and food security.
Kinapharma chief Kofi Nsiah-Poku wins AGI presidency, succeeding Humphrey Ayim-Darke and promising tougher advocacy on power relia...
A judge may approve the sale of Nicki Minaj’s $20 million Hidden Hills home as she faces a court fight over a $503,318 debt.
Flexion recently raised $50 million in a Series A round, led by Prosus Ventures with participation from global investors.
Cell C debuts on the JSE at a $537 million valuation, marking its first day as an independent operator after years of restructurin...
Muhoho Kenyatta rejoins NCBA as a non-executive director amid ongoing Standard Bank buyout talks shaping Kenya’s banking industry....
ACEP urges Ghana to shelve a state purchase of Springfield’s oil stake, warning taxpayers could inherit private risk as scrutiny g...
Safaricom launches a $115.6 million tax-free green bond to support environmental projects and deepen its sustainability drive.
Study abroad semesters, weekend trips, Erasmus exchanges — student life is built around movement. And when you’re crossing borders...
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Jason Quinn-led Nedbank agrees to pay $34.8 million to Transnet, ending a year-long legal dispute while supporting growth in Afric...
It’s more holiday stories! Tradition dictates that as we head into the holiday season, we must revisit holiday stories previously ...
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Share your holiday angst or joy in this special Thanksgiving eve non-work open thread. The post Thanksgiving eve open thread appea...
Tony Elumelu’s Heirs Energies has doubled gas production at OML 17, boosting electricity to over 350MW and reshaping Nigeria’s pow...
Aliko Dangote is expanding fertilizer capacity in Nigeria and Ethiopia, contracting global engineering firms to boost urea output ...
Kenyatta family records a $20 million loss on its NCBA holdings as the bank’s share price slips on the Nairobi Securities Exchange...
Absa, led by Kenny Fihla, invests $100 million in African renewable energy through CrossBoundary Energy.
Every creator deserves to be seen. Every idea deserves to be heard. But the truth is, in today’s world, many great voices are hidd...
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Federal High Court halts $3.66 million tax order against Tony Elumelu-linked AEDC, sending the case back to the tribunal.
The deals, sealed yesterday, mark a major step in his effort to secure Africa’s fuel supply and reduce the region’s dependence on ...
Pepkor, linked to billionaire Christo Wiese, has won approval to launch a bank in South Africa, marking a major shift in the 110-y...
Kenya’s Paramount Bank raises capital to $24 million as Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank plans a strategic acquisition.
AXIAN rebrands fintech unit to Digibank & Fintech, expanding mobile money and digital banking across six African countries.
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A reader writes: My husband and I are splitting up after eight years together. We’ve had issues that we’ve been working on for a l...
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I don’t want to have dinner with my boss on a work trip I am going on a work t...
As we head into the holidays, we must solemnly reflect back on the stories shared here over the years about holidays at work. Here...
Over the years, readers have submitted a tremendous number of amusing stories about holidays at work, and since we’re heading into...
The move comes as Anglo prepares for a shareholder vote on its planned merger with Canada’s Teck Resources Ltd., a deal that would...
Caverton launches a groupwide overhaul as Aderemi Makanjuola moves to curb losses and restore profit after a $36 million setback.
A reader writes: I work for a small company, only eight people. Every December, we receive all kinds of gifts from vendors and cli...
A reader writes: This month, I started a new job that offers excellent benefits, including a policy stating that employees who “se...
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My employee smells like smoke and it’s making me sick I supervise a small rese...
All this week to get us in the holiday spirit, I’m going to be featuring holiday work stories readers have shared here in the past...
Egyptian billionaire Hassan Allam joins AUC’s Board of Trustees, strengthening the university’s leadership.
Paystack fires co-founder Ezra Olubi over sexual misconduct allegations as the company faces scrutiny on workplace governance.
Ity mine in Côte d’Ivoire leads Endeavour Mining’s gold output, boosting Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris’ stake to $1.4 billio...
Hani Berzi’s Edita stake rises $8.35 million as the snack producer’s market cap tops $670 million amid strong investor demand.
NCBA faces a $3 million tax setback after a Kenyan court upheld a ruling voiding its 2019 stamp duty waiver, clearing the way for ...
(Including the one your insurer probably won’t tell you about) Getting your first car is exciting — freedom, independence, road tr...
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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker is dating a teenager I work in retail and have younger coworkers r...
Ata Capital exits Novare, selling 26% stake to management, marking full ownership and a new chapter for the African investment fir...
Investec ramps up mid-market growth in South Africa and the U.K., targeting stronger returns and deeper client relationships.
Discover some of the most in-demand tech jobs in Nigeria and what they actually pay in today’s market. ...
A reader writes: Sending in a question I truly never thought I would have to ask: what are some things that my organization, as an...
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I’m being asked to lead DEI training with no expertise in it I’m very happy to...
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote sees $1.4 billion drop so far in November amid share price declines.
Italtile’s share rebound lifts Giovanni Ravazzotti’s stake back above $400 million after months of pressure on the JSE.
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A reader writes: I’ve been looking to move to a new company for many months now, and recently a personal connection was able to in...
Sometimes the biggest battles at work — and definitely the funniest — are over very small things: the office-wide meltdown when ne...
Conoil Producing sells 50 percent of OPL257 to TotalEnergies, keeping 10 percent, advancing Nigeria’s offshore oil development.
Peter McAllister Todd’s Afine stake drops $3.2 million as the small-cap property firm faces a sharp slide on the Johannesburg Stoc...
Kenyan businessman Suresh Bhagwanji Shah is set to earn $2.06 million after I&M Bank declared a stronger interim dividend.
Patrice Motsepe-backed Harmony Gold weighs a multibillion-dollar copper venture with Newmont in Papua New Guinea.
Leadway, chaired by Oye Hassan Odukale, completes its acquisition of PAL Pensions, strengthening its position in Nigeria’s pension...
A reader writes: I work for the government. A few months ago, changes were announced to our employment situation. Government emplo...
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My coworker accidentally linked her nudes to our team Photoshop account My cow...
A reader writes: I’ve been working in the marketing department of a large company for nine years, in a somewhat specialized role. ...
A reader writes: I recently took a new job in my same industry and city. In my new role, I’ll have a team of eight reporting to me...
It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Do I need to be less long-winded? How can I be less long-winded? I’m a senior ...
By its very nature, strategic thinking demands more than a passing thought. It requires reflection and the mental space to intelle...
South African executive Thabo Mabe is set to lead Dangote Sugar, driving $700 million expansion and growth at the sugar producer.
South African pharma leader Gus Attridge sees a $10.7 million drop in his Aspen stake as the drugmaker’s shares slide and investor...
Fola Adeola’s Iwosan Investments buys Paelon Memorial Hospital, strengthening its nationwide healthcare expansion.
Reinet Investments, led by Johann Rupert, posts $7.8 billion in net assets despite a $298 million decline amid market volatility.
Kanye West’s 5 percent stake in Skims climbs to $250 million after the brand hits a $5 billion valuation.
Paul Ndung’u returns to court, challenging the transfer of the SportPesa trademark and accusing former partners of arranging a fra...
Cassava raises $150 million and gains NVIDIA support to expand AI infrastructure across Africa.
Nigerian banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank plans to acquire Kenya’s Paramount Bank after raising $230 million for regional expansion....
Tiger Brands, chaired by Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, sells its 74.69% stake in Cameroon’s Chococam for $76 million, part of its glo...
iFood acquires Advolve to accelerate its ads growth and strengthen Prosus’s retail-media expansion.
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A reader writes: I’m fairly new to the workforce (~3 years) and, between a time-limited paid fellowship and moving cities for grad...
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It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Getting drunk texts from a former coworker I have been remote working at a com...
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Adama Sène Cissé secures $4.6 million from Proparco to expand Gade Gui’s egg production, boosting Senegal’s local food supply....
Vedanta, led by billionaire Anil Agarwal, plans $1.5B investment to boost Konkola copper mine output in Zambia by 2031.
