M&A Analysis

The likely acquisition of Massmart by Wal-Mart following a non-binding ZAR148 per share that could lead to an official cash offer that values the company at ZAR28.9bn (US$4.14bn) could... 2010-10-04

Integrated communications operator Kulacom Jordan has announced that it has acquired Stream, a Jordanian ISP. The acquisition will enable Kulacom to offer a wider range... 2010-09-28

Wal-Mart has made a real statement of intent by bidding ZAR148 per share for the diversified South African retailer Massmart. The bid from the world's largest retailer represents a... 2010-09-28

South Africa's Sasol Petroleum International (SPI) announced on September 22 that it has struck an exploration deal for Block A onshore Mozambique.

France Télécom will purchase 40% of alternative Moroccan operator Médi Télécom (Méditel) for a consideration of EUR640mn. This values the business at EUR2.14bn. The transaction... 2010-09-24

South African fixed-line incumbent Telkom is looking to rebuild its partnership with US-based AT&T in a move that signals a change... 2010-09-01

The acquisition of US electric car producer Phoenix Motorcars by Dubai-based conglomerate Al Yousuf Group, has opened up the possibility of not just domestic vehicle production in the... 2010-07-28

Qatar Telecom (Qtel) is looking for acquisitions in the Middle East and Asia in a bid to expand its footprint in these regions. The company's chief executive, Nasser Marafih, has highlighted... 2010-07-14

The big players in Middle East telecoms will apparently see more consolidation on the way, according to a report on ITP.net. At the Arab Advisors Convergence Conference, key personnel... 2010-06-23

African explorer Afren has significantly expanded its geographical spread after agreeing to buy Canada-based Black Marlin for US$101mn on June 2.