Aliko Dangote has responded to a Kenyan court challenge involving his proposed $16 billion refinery, recalling a previous legal battle in Senegal and insisting his group is prepared to defend its projects.

Keystone Bank has been appointed a Receiving Agent for the Dangote Refinery public offer, allowing eligible investors to subscribe for shares through the bank’s approved channels.

UK retail sales growth slowed to a four-month low in August as the impact of an unusually warm summer on consumer spending began to fade.