Dangote Refinery has set a minimum subscription threshold for its planned $1.6 billion initial public offering, according to Premium Times Nigeria. Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man and owner of the 700,000 barrel-per-day plant, led the sign-off ceremony in Lagos on Monday. The IPO marks a major step toward listing the refinery, one of the largest single-train refining facilities in the world, on the public market.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) says it is collaborating with importers and other stakeholders to ensure faster and smoother cargo clearance following the introduction of new import rule requirements. According to Capital FM Business, the move announced in Nairobi on September 7, 2026, aims to address delays affecting cargo clearance at entry points as traders adjust to the updated regulations. The tax agency indicated that engagement with stakeholders is central to easing the transition and minimizing disruption to trade.

Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut 4,000 jobs over the next two years, according to Capital FM Business. The reductions are expected to fall mainly at the carmaker’s UK-based head office rather than across other operations. Details beyond the timetable, total number affected and the concentration at head office were not provided in the report.

Ugandan artist Pallaso has addressed the debate over concerts charging entrance fees of UGX 20,000 to 30,000, disputing claims that such shows are automatically unprofitable. According to Pallaso, ticket sales from these affordable prices are not necessarily his biggest source of profit, suggesting artists can still earn millions through other revenue streams linked to such events, as reported by BigEye.UG.