Nelson Mandela Net Worth: The Modest Millionaire Who Changed the World
How Mandela Earned—and Gave Away—His Fortune At the time of his death on December 5, 2013, Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s anti-apartheid icon, president, and global peace advocate, had a personal net worth of roughly $1 million. That number may seem small by celebrity or political standards, but in Mandela’s case, it told only a fraction […]
Taylor Wessing Advises Sylndr on US$15.7 Million Series A Funding Round
Taylor Wessing Advises Sylndr on US$15.7 Million Series A Funding Round. Taylor Wessing has advised Sylndr, an Egypt-based e-commerce platform focused on the automotive market, on securing $15.7 million in Series A funding. The round was led by DPI Venture Capital, a major investor in Africa’s growth sectors, with additional backing from Egyptian Gulf Holding, […]
Norton Rose Fulbright Welcomes Duncan Bagshaw as New Partner in London
Norton Rose Fulbright Welcomes Duncan Bagshaw as New Partner in London. Norton Rose Fulbright has announced that Duncan Bagshaw is joining the firm as a partner in its London office, further strengthening its international arbitration and disputes team. Duncan Bagshaw, who comes from Howard Kennedy, has spent years helping clients tackle complex international disputes, especially […]
Haynes Boone Advises Raxio on $100M IFC Deal to Fuel Africa’s Data Center Boom
Haynes Boone Advises Raxio on $100M IFC Deal to Fuel Africa’s Data Center Boom. Global law firm Haynes Boone has represented Raxio Group, a leading pan-African data center developer and operator, in securing a landmark $100 million debt financing package from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group. The funding […]
DLA Piper Advises Barloworld Through ZAR23B Investor Offer
DLA Piper Advises Barloworld Through ZAR23B Investor Offer. DLA Piper has advised Barloworld Limited, a leading South African industrial processing, distribution, and services company, on a cash offer valued at approximately ZAR23 billion to its shareholders. The offer was made by a consortium of investors, marking a significant transaction in the South African corporate landscape. […]
Ghana MPs Resubmit Controversial LGBT Rights Bill
Ghana MPs Resubmit Controversial LGBT Rights Bill. A group of 10 MPs in Ghana has revived a controversial bill that would impose some of the strictest restrictions on LGBT rights in Africa. The bill, which was initially passed by parliament last year, proposes harsh penalties for those who identify as gay. Under the legislation, individuals […]
Mysterious Illness Kills Over 50 Lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Mysterious Illness Kills Over 50 Lives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A mysterious illness has taken the lives of more than 50 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since it was first reported on January 21, 2025. The outbreak, which has predominantly affected the northwestern region of the country, has […]
Ed Sheeran Accuses Band Aid of Using His Vocals Without Permission on New Mix
Ed Sheeran Accuses Band Aid of Using His Vocals Without Permission on New Mix. Ed Sheeran Alleges Band Aid Used His Vocals Without Consent for New Mix: ‘I Would Have Respectfully Declined’. The 40th anniversary “ultimate mix” will showcase performances from various versions of “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” Ed Sheeran has stated that Band […]
The Story Behind World Kindness Day
The Story Behind World Kindness Day. World Kindness Day is celebrated annually on November 13, a day dedicated to promoting kindness, compassion, and the positive impact of small, everyday acts of generosity. The idea behind the holiday is to remind people that kindness is a universal value that transcends borders, cultures, and religions. The purpose […]
Planning Your Ultimate African Safari?
For many people, going on an African safari is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. For some, it is something they simply can’t get enough of. Here at beCuriou, we find ourselves going back to the majestic continent of Africa time and time again, as do our clients. It never gets old. Whether it is your first or […]