South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert’s Remgro posts $1.3-billion half-year revenue
Ranked as Africa’s second-richest man and South Africa’s wealthiest individual, Rupert maintains significant control over Remgro Limited.
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Globacom founder Mike Adenuga’s stake in Julius Berger gains $3.4 million
This surge solidifies Adenuga’s position among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
South Africa’s Ackerman family loses $64 million as Pick ‘n Pay struggles mount
The downturn in Pick ‘n Pay’s market value coincides with recent financial challenges and legal disputes. The retailer is embroiled in a legal battle with one of its major franchises.
Egyptian billionaire Ahmed El-Sewedy’s firm chosen for Qatar cable project
The project entails the establishment of electricity supply to NFS project facilities, involving the design, engineering, procurement, and installation of two 400kV cables.
Kenyan tycoon Andrew Ndegwa gains $3.5 million from stake in NCBA Group
Ndegwa, a director on the board of NCBA Group, holds a commanding 4.63-percent stake in the leading lender, translating to 76,336,855 ordinary shares.
Sim Tshabalala projects Standard Bank’s sustainable financing to top $15.6 billion by 2026
With Tshabalala at the helm, Standard Bank continues to achieve significant milestones, connecting African markets with global economies while delivering strong returns to shareholders.
South African tycoon Jonathan Jawno gains $7.7 million from Transaction Capital stake
Jawno, a founding member of Transaction Capital, holds a 9.59-percent stake in the group, amounting to 72,667,000 ordinary shares.
Ethiopia’s richest man Mohammed Al-Amoudi loses $160 million in 3 weeks
Al-Amoudi’s fortune has dwindled from $9.29 billion on Feb. 25 to $9.13 billion.
South African tycoon Adrian Gore loses $25.6 million from Discovery shares
Despite the setback, Gore remains a prominent figure on the JSE and retains his position as one of South Africa’s wealthiest individuals and leading business executives.
Egypt’s billionaire El-Sewedy family loses $677 million as Egyptian pound tumbles
Despite this financial setback of $677 million, the El-Sewedy family maintains their position as one of Egypt’s leading billionaire families.
Egyptian billionaire Yasseen Mansour loses $12 million from Palm Hills stake
Despite this setback, Mansour remains a prominent figure in the African business scene. Forbes estimates his current net worth at $1.2 billion.
Under South African business leader Sim Tshabalala, Standard Bank delivers $2.3-billion headline earnings
Under Tshabalala, the bank continues to reach significant milestones.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg’s wealth surges by $510 million in 34 days
Despite recording substantial year-to-date losses totaling $687 million, Glasenberg’s recent ascent in wealth has been notable.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux’s Capitec raises stake in Cyprus-based Avafin
Capitec Bank, founded two decades ago by Michiel Le Roux, Jannie Mouton, and Riaan Stassen, has evolved into a globally renowned banking brand.
Swazi billionaire Natie Kirsh rakes in $440 million in five weeks
The recent increase in his wealth solidifies his position among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
Startup backed by South billionaire Koos Bekker’s Naspers secures $16 million from Standard Bank
The recent funding from Standard Bank is a significant milestone toward achieving this goal and transforming auto financing for traditionally underserved demographics.