Hassanein Hiridjee powers Senegal’s solar future
AXIAN Energy, controlled by Hassanein Hiridjee, is set to build a solar-plus-storage facility in Senegal’s underserved Kolda region, boosting clean power access.
Hassanein Hiridjee
Hassanein Hiridjee's AXIAN Telecom secures $100 million for expansion
AXIAN Telecom has secured $100 million from EIB Global to expand 4G and 5G in Madagascar and Tanzania, enhancing digital access and inclusion.
Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Telecom lands $160 million financing to enhance infrastructure
This will enable AXIAN to modernize its network infrastructure, expand 4G and 5G services, and fuel digital innovation across its operations.
AXIAN Energy expands solar power network in Senegal with $89-million deal
The financing will support the construction of the region's largest battery storage system alongside a photovoltaic array.
Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Group completes stake acquisition in Ivorian insurance startup
The acquisition, finalized in mid-July 2024, positions AXIAN as WiASSUR’s second-largest shareholder and grants the conglomerate a governance role.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee’s Axian Telecom maintains resilient ratings despite operational hurdles
Under the leadership of Hiridjee, Axian Telecom has achieved remarkable growth since 2015, ranking as Africa’s seventh-largest mobile operator.
Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Group acquires solar assets in Madagascar and Burkina Faso
This acquisition follows AXIAN’s collaboration with GreenYellow a year ago, which brought a groundbreaking 1.8MW solar photovoltaic power plant to Madagascar’s Sava region.
Telecom firm linked to Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee secures $60-million loan from IFC
The arrangement, structured in collaboration with Societe Generale Benin and Ecobank Togo, aims to propel Togocom into a new era of digital advancement.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Telecom secures 5G license for Free in Senegal
The development follows AXIAN Telecom’s strategic move in July 2023, where the company, led by Hiridjee, increased its stake in Free in Senegal to 80 percent.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee’s group secures $30-million facility for energy expansion
Under Hiridjee, AXIAN Group has become Madagascar’s leading energy producer.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee’s Axian raises $158.3 million from JP Morgan
Axian Telecom, a subsidiary of Hiridjee’s conglomerate, hopes to use the funds to support its operations in Tanzania and Madagascar.
Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Telecom becomes majority owner of ‘Free in Senegal’
Under Hiridjee, AXIAN Telecom has achieved remarkable growth through active acquisitions and substantial network investments since 2015.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee looks to acquire MTN assets
Hiridjee and his Axian Group have executed a few telecom deals in Africa in the last few years.
Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Group launches 1.8 MW solar power plant
AXIAN Group is now recognized as Madagascar’s top energy producer.