The African Business Journal
Expert analysis, market trends, and thought leadership from the visionaries shaping the continent's future.
East African Investors Offered Access to Dangote Refinery Shares
East African institutional and retail investors now have a pathway to acquire equity stakes in the Dangote Refinery, Africa's largest oil refinery, as Aliko Dangote opens cross-border investment opportunities across the continent.
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African Union Launches Africa Credit Rating Agency
The African Union has officially launched the Africa Credit Rating Agency (ACRA), a landmark institution designed to provide independent, Africa-focused sovereign and corporate credit assessments, reducing reliance on Western rating agencies.
Quickmart Targets Billions in Nairobi Securities Exchange Share Sale
Kenya's fast-growing supermarket chain Quickmart is set to list on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, targeting billions of shillings in a public share sale aimed at expanding its retail footprint across East Africa.
African Startup Funding Shifts Toward Equity Financing in 2026
A new report reveals a major shift in African startup funding, with equity financing now surpassing debt and grant funding as founders and investors seek more sustainable, long-term capital structures for high-growth ventures.
Egyptian Fintech Unicorn MNT-Halan Prepares for Stock Exchange Listing
MNT-Halan, Egypt's leading fintech unicorn serving millions of unbanked Egyptians, is advancing plans for a public listing on a major stock exchange, signalling confidence in African tech valuations amid global market volatility.
NCBA Asset Finance Business Grows as Coast Demand Rises
NCBA Bank's asset finance division is reporting significant growth driven by surging demand along Kenya's Coast region, with businesses and individuals seeking vehicle and equipment financing as economic activity accelerates.
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