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.
The $400-million surge in his fortune is attributed to the performance of his investment portfolio, which includes stakes Prosus N.V. and Naspers.
Naspers South Africa CEO Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa affirmed the group’s commitment to fortify its businesses in anticipation of Amazon’s impending entry.
Navigating headwinds: Bekker’s Prosus N.V. stake takes a hit amid industry disruptions.
Bekker’s stake in Naspers valued at $315.8 million on Nov. 15, have declined to $248.86 million at the time of writing.
Koos Bekker ranks as one of Africa’s richest billionaires, trailing fellow South African billionaires Johann Rupert and Nicky Oppenheimer.
With his present fortune of $2.6 billion, Koos Bekker now claims the 1,317th spot on Forbes’ global list of the wealthiest individuals.
Despite these setbacks, Bekker remains one of the most affluent billionaires in Africa, boasting a net worth of $2.3 billion.
Despite these setbacks, Bekker remains one of the most affluent billionaires in Africa, boasting a net worth of $2.4 billion.
Bekker’s 0.74-percent stake in Prosus is worth a staggering €1.013 billion ($1.11 billion) at the time of writing.
Bekker ranks as one of Africa’s richest billionaires.
With a net worth of $2.5 billion, Bekker ranks among the wealthiest billionaires on the African continent.
The majority of Bekker’s fortune stems from his 0.85-percent stake in Naspers and another 0.72-percent stake in Prosus.
Founded in 1997 under Bekker’s leadership, Prosus has grown into one of the world’s largest technology investors.
Bekker is one of the richest businessmen in South Africa and the entire African continent.
Bekker has been an active businessman since 1985.
Bekker recently sold $190.4 million worth of Prosus shares via a family trust to finance the development of hotels in various countries.