Category: INVESTMENTS

Dangote Daughters and succession plans in the Dangote Group

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…

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Atlantic Lithium wins key Ghana approval for Ewoyaa mine

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…

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

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.…

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Dangote Cement signs $1bn deal with Sinoma for 12 new plants across Africa

by Caleb Obiowo, Nairametrics First Published- February 28, 2026 Dangote Cement Plc has signed a $1 billion agreement with Sinoma International Engineering for the construction of 12 new cement plants and the expansion of existing facilities across Africa. The deal was disclosed by MarketForces Africa following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Lagos on Friday. The agreement supports Dangote Cement’s drive to scale production, expand its market footprint, and consolidate its leadership across the continent What they are saying  Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of Dangote Industries Limited, described the projects as key enablers for reaching a production…

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African startups get $180 billion from a small, rich island and Gulf financiers

Chinedu Okafor First published, 27 January 2026 04:25 PM Africa, in the last decade, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing tech markets, given its rapid tech and mobile adoption, underpinned by a youth population. Africa has become a rapidly growing hub for technology, driven by high mobile adoption and a youthful population. Significant investments exceeding $180 billion have been made by advanced economies, including Japan and Gulf states, into Africa’s tech sector. Japanese organizations and funds, along with institutions like JICA, have played a crucial role in reshaping Africa’s…

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Ghana to raise ₵10 billion in first-ever domestic infrastructure bond

in Economy, Real Estate and Construction, Sectors Nairametrics by Israel Ojoko  First Published,January 9, 202 Ghana is preparing to raise ₵10 billion ($935 million) through its first domestic infrastructure bond to finance roads and interchanges across the country. The sale will be split into two tranches of ₵5 billion each, issued in the first and second halves of the year, with longer-dated tenures. Details of the offering, along with other domestic bond issuances, are expected to be published in an issuance calendar later this month. What the sources are saying  According to one source,…

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Feature: Now, Let’s Build a Sky Train for Accra-(By Dr Joseph K. Ofori-Kuragu)

Ghana’s infrastructure drive has gathered real momentum in recent years. Large national projects continue to shape public discussion, especially after the presentation of the 2026 Budget by the Minister of Finance. One of the most debated proposals is the Accra–Kumasi Expressway. The reactions have been mixed, but what is clear is that Ghanaians are thinking seriously about how the country should grow and how mobility can support that growth. The level of engagement shows that the public is ready for solutions that make life easier and expand economic opportunities. At…

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Dagbon maiden Home Coming event to shape the Kingdom’s Dev’t discourse

By: Mohammed A. Abu The first edition of the Dagbon Home Coming 2025, is scheduled to take place from the 19th-27th December.in Yendi,the seat of Kingship of the Dagbon Kingdom, Northern Region of the West African nation of Ghana. The weeklong event is being organized by the Dagbon Forum(DF),a Civil Society Organisation and Advocacy group, in collaboration with the Centre for National Culture and the Ghana Tourism Authority and various media partners. Being held under the theme, “One Dagbon, One Vision: Advancing Dagbon’s Development Together”, and sub-theme,” Reignite,Re-Enforce,Rebuild,” the event…

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Former Niger Hydrocarbons Chief Joins MSGBC 2025 As a Speaker

Kabirou Zakari Oumarou, Former Director General of Hydrocarbons at Niger’s Ministry of Energy, has joined the upcoming MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition – taking place in Dakar from December 8-10 – as a speaker,says an official statement issued in Dakar,Wednesday. Oumarou is expected to engage with global investors and public- and private-sector stakeholders from across the MSGBC region and Africa, showcasing emerging opportunities within Niger’s hydrocarbons sector. Explore opportunities, foster partnerships and stay at the forefront of the MSGBC region’s oil, gas and power sector. His…

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All Eyes on Africa as UAE announces $6bn Tourism Investment Plan

As Africa records the fastest tourism growth globally, the UAE is set to inject $6 billion into the continent’s travel and hospitality sector – a move expected to create 70 000 new jobs. The announcement was made at the recent UAE Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 in Dubai, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Organised by the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism in partnership with The Bench as part of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World 2025, the event…

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