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The Next Chapter for Dangote Sugar Refinery: Leadership Transition Announced On a momentous Wednesday, a statement signed by the company’s secretary, Temitope Hassan, set the stage for a significant transition within Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc. It marked the end of an era as the company announced the retirement of its esteemed Chairman, Alhaji Aliko Dangote (GCON), effective June 16, 2025. "In line with the principles of good corporate governance and succession planning, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc hereby announces the…

Despite the harsh realities of widespread poverty, underfunded healthcare systems, educational disparities, and inadequate infrastructure that many African countries face, there’s a glimmer of hope emerging. Enter the wave of billionaire-led philanthropy, a movement that is making palpable contributions across various sectors. This philanthropic endeavor, while addressing profound challenges, offers a fresh perspective on how wealth can serve as a tool for change. When we think about African philanthropy, names…

African Philanthropy: A New Dawn In a world where the headlines often spotlight challenges such as poverty, underfunded healthcare systems, and inadequate educational resources, there's a compelling narrative unfolding in Africa—one that resonates with optimism and resilience. While these challenges remain persistent, we are witnessing a remarkable wave of billionaire-driven philanthropy that is beginning to make a significant impact across various sectors. Figures like Aliko Dangote from Nigeria, Patrice…

In an exciting development for global economic collaboration, the President and CEO of Dangote Group, alongside several distinguished industry leaders, has been appointed to the World Bank's Private Sector Investment Lab. This initiative represents a significant effort to foster sustainable economic growth and job creation in emerging markets. In his response to the appointment, Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote expressed his profound respect for this new role. He regards it as an esteemed opportunity to…

"Today is the economy" portrays Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, founder and head of the conglomerate that bears his name and Africa's first fortune. He created his fortune in Nigeria but his dream goes beyond his country. Aliko Dangote: “We have a lot to do. We must liberate Africa economically from Africans. The only way we can thrive is for Africans to control their economies alone. The strangers will see what we do, then they will join us. Of course, we can not grow alone, but we have to lead. ” The core of…