Day: March 22, 2026

Dangote Daughters and succession plans in the Dangote Group

Mr Mohammed

On the 16th February, 2026, the Dangote Industries Group announced major appointments to drive its vision 2030 which is to become a $100Billion enterprise. The appointments elevated the roles of the three daughters of Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group and the richest man in Africa. In the appointments, the eldest daughter, Mariya is to assume the position of Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations, Cement and Food Business. The second daughter, Halima was appointed as Group Executive Director, Dangote Family Office and International offices (Dubai & London). Fatima…

Atlantic Lithium wins key Ghana approval for Ewoyaa mine

Mr Mohammed

Australia’s Atlantic Lithium (ASX: A11) has secured Ghanaian parliamentary approval to develop the Ewoyaa project, the country’s first lithium mine, under revised royalty terms tied to market prices. The ratified 15-year lease introduces a sliding royalty scale on spodumene concentrate, ranging from 5% when prices fall below $1,500 a tonne to 12% when they exceed $3,200, replacing the flat 10% rate previously sought by Ghana. The new structure follows a broader overhaul of royalty frameworks for lithium and gold adopted earlier this month, clearing a path for the long-delayed project. The approval…

Africa’s largest university becomes first on the continent to own an Airport

Mr Mohammed

The University of South Africa has become the first African university to own an airport. The 20-hectare facility will support practical training in aviation and advanced technologies. Vice-Chancellor Puleng LenkaBula says the move strengthens innovation and job-ready skills. The milestone aligns with UNISA’s global growth in research and technical education. Vice-Chancellor Puleng LenkaBula confirmed the acquisition of the 20-hectare facility, describing it as a strategic investment to strengthen real-world training for students. The announcement was made during a press briefing highlighting the university’s recent academic progress and rising global rankings.…