Africa’s billionaires gain $900 million in 2023 with Femi Otedola’s Forbes return
According to Forbes, the combined net worth of the 20 billionaires on the 2024 Forbes list of Africa’s richest people stands at an impressive $82.4 billion.
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Kanye West issues apology for anti-Semitic comments following $1.6-billion wipe-out
In October 2022, West faced backlash on social media as Instagram, owned by Meta Platforms Inc., and Twitter, now X, removed anti-Semitic posts from his accounts.
Coco Gauff secures third spot on Forbes list with $21.7 million in earnings in 2023
Young tennis superstar secures third spot on Forbes’ list of highest-paid female athletes.
Beyonce’s net worth jumps $350 million with creative exploits and historic tour
A key contributor to Beyonce’s financial success is attributed to her recently concluded Renaissance World Tour, which brought in $100 million (post-tax).
Beyonce nears $1-billion net worth, joining the world’s wealthiest Black individuals
Beyonce’s net worth has soared to an impressive $800 million, marking a significant increase from $540 million at the start of this week.
Michael Jordan ‘no longer’ among world’s top 1,000 richest billionaires
On Oct. 5, the bar for entry into the world’s top 1,000 richest people was $2.9 billion.
Nigerian tycoon Mike Adenuga holds ground among world’s top 900 billionaires despite early 2023 setback
With a net worth of $3.3 billion, Adenuga holds the title of the third-richest billionaire in Nigeria.
LeBron James to surpass $530 million in career earnings by 2025
James’ on-court earnings for the 2023–2024 season are predicted to boost his career earnings to an impressive $479.47 million.
5 highest-paid NBA players of 2023
In a year of remarkable financial ascent for athletes from various backgrounds, NBA players stand at the forefront, experiencing substantial growth in their earnings.
Beyonce’s ‘Renaissance’ world tour generates $579 million in revenue
The 56-stop tour, which commenced in May, showcased Beyonce’s unwavering dominance in the world of entertainment.
KSI joins ranks of wealthiest Black individuals as earnings soar to $24 million
KSI’s $24 million in earnings and influence have propelled him to the second position on Forbes’ recent list of top creators worldwide.
Khaby Lame emerges as one of 2023’s top earners, amassing $16.5 million
Lame’s claim to fame revolves around his unique comedy skits that humorously debunk overly complex “life hacks” entirely without uttering a word.
5 companies owned by Cardi B
Forbes recognizes Cardi B as one of the most influential female rappers ever.
Coco Gauff takes home over $5 million in earnings from 2023 U.S. Open
With her recent earnings, Gauff not only stands as the face of women’s tennis but also solidifies her status as one of the world’s highest-earning athletes.
Zimbabwe’s richest man Strive Masiyiwa’s wealth soars by $600 million in 2023
With a diverse and expanding portfolio, Masiyiwa continues to demonstrate his ability to adapt to changing market dynamics.
Currency fluctuation wipes $400 million from Dangote’s wealth in 24 hours
Dangote’s net worth had recently surged to $11.2 billion, putting him on the verge of reclaiming the title of Africa’s richest man.