Companies linked to South African business executive Keneilwe Moloko
Billionaires.Africa has identified companies and holdings linked to Moloko, emphasizing her role as a top figure in the South African business scene.
Richelieu Dennis: Liberian-born visionary who sold Sundial Brands for $1.6 billion
Under Dennis’ leadership, Sundial Brands thrived, and in 2017, Unilever acquired the brand in a $1.6-billion deal.
Companies owned by Black executive and steel tycoon Kirk Lewis
As the driving force behind Blue Springs Metals, Georgetown Metal Processing, and Madison Metal Processing, Lewis showcases his financial acumen, strategic prowess, and commitment to community development.
Companies owned by South African-born Canadian billionaire Jack Cockwell
From his role in the growth of Brookfield Asset Management to positions in Rogers Communications and Partners Limited, Cockwell’s influence extends across industries.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux loses $64.5 million from Capitec Bank stake
Le Roux presently owns an 11.39-percent stake in Capitec Bank. This stake makes him one of the richest men on the continent.
South African executive Gillian McMahon earns $1.2 million from Bidvest in 2023
This reflects a substantial 50.75-percent increase compared to her compensation package of R15.08 million ($0.8 million) in the preceding year.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert gains $1.2 billion within two weeks
The $1.2-billion surge in his fortune is attributed to the performance of his 9.14-percent stake in Richemont.
Meet John W. Rogers, Jr.: Founder of Wall Street’s first Black-owned mutual fund
From his early influences to shaping a $16 billion financial empire, Rogers, Jr. stands as an architect of inclusivity and philanthropy.
South Africa’s second-richest man Nicky Oppenheimer gains $300 million in 11 days
With a current wealth of $9.98 billion, Oppenheimer is the world’s 228th richest individual. In South Africa, he holds the second spot, trailing Johann Rupert.
Nigerian mogul Wale Tinubu’s Oando, others secure $755-million NNPC deal
The contract, part of the Direct Sale and Direct Purchase (DSDP) initiative, was awarded to six oil companies.
Egyptian billionaire Youssef Mansour loses $200 million in 28 days
Despite the plunge in his fortune, Mansour still ranks as one of Africa’s richest billionaires.
Nigeria’s second-richest man Abdul Samad Rabiu gains $4.18 billion in wealth this year
With a year-to-date wealth gain of $4.18 billion, pushing his net worth to $8.27 billion, he ranks among the top 20 wealth gainers globally in January 2024.
Companies owned by Nigerian-born tech billionaire Tope Awotona
From revolutionizing scheduling with Calendly to empowering entrepreneurs through investments in Vonza and driving positive change with Givebutter.
South African tycoon Gus Attridge suffers $8-million loss from Aspen shares
Attridge, Aspen’s group chief advisor who ranks as one of South Africa’s richest businessmen, owns a 4.26-percent stake in the pharmaceutical holding company.
South African billionaire Koos Bekker is $400 million richer in 25 days
The $400-million surge in his fortune is attributed to the performance of his investment portfolio, which includes stakes Prosus N.V. and Naspers.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg loses $860 million in just 24 days
The $860-million year-to-date wealth loss is attributed to the sustained dip in the market value of his 9.81 percent stake in Glencore.