Duncan Wanblad-led Anglo American gets nod to spin off platinum unit
Anglo American has won shareholder approval to spin off its platinum arm, Valterra Platinum, effective May 31, 2025, as part of a major restructuring.
Southern Africa
Natie Kirsh may rethink $1.2 billion takeover after rival stake purchase
In April, Kirsh, through his family office Ki Corporation, teamed up with Public Storage to bid for Abacus Storage King.
Reinet, led by Johann Rupert, posts $7.9 billion in net assets
Reinet, led by Johann Rupert, posts $7.89 billion in net assets as it shifts away from tobacco and toward diversified, long-term investment growth.
Sibanye, led by Neal Froneman, plans to shut loss-making assets
The company warned that its South African PGM operations may no longer be viable if prices don’t recover soon.
Malawi’s richest man loses $183 million from FMB Capital stake
A recent dip in FMB Capital’s share price on the Malawi Stock Exchange has shaved $183 million off Hitesh Anadkat’s investment.
Absa Bank led by Sello Moloko faces fresh sanctions
This development comes after an inspection in 2022 that revealed lapses in Absa's adherence to critical regulatory requirements.
Stephen Saad loses $130 million as Aspen shares fall amid contract dispute
This follows a $148.7 million contract dispute tied to mRNA technology.
Patrice Motsepe’s firm barred from phosphate asset
Conservationists have fought against the project from the start, warning it could cause lasting damage to one of South Africa’s most sensitive ecosystems.
Johann Rupert’s Richemont finalizes YNAP divestment to Mytheresa
Richemont finalizes $609.7 million YNAP divestment to Mytheresa, marking a major shift in luxury e-commerce and boosting Mytheresa’s global market position.
Vukile, led by Laurence Rapp, completes $7.5 million Bedworth Center upgrade
The upgrade is part of Vukile’s ongoing effort to invest with real purpose, shaping spaces that are built around the people who use them every day.
Sibanye suffers $311 million loss under Neal Froneman
Sibanye-Stillwater narrows 2024 loss to $311 million under Neal Froneman, showing signs of recovery amid weak metal markets and operational restructuring.
Stephen Saad’s Aspen faces $148.7 million contract dispute
Aspen shares dive 30% amid $148.7 million mRNA tech dispute, stoking investor fears over financial stability.
Capitec to pay $47.6 million to three South African shareholders
Capitec to pay $47.6 million to three South African shareholders
Gerrie Fourie’s salary at Capitec Bank totals $5.6 million
This reflects his role in steering the bank through a period of significant growth, strengthening its position as a leader in the country’s financial sector.
Dominic Sewela's Barloworld $1.2 billion bid gets PIC backing
The PIC has pledged its support by agreeing to accept a standby offer for 41.6 million Barloworld shares, which translates to 21.93 percent of the company’s total issued shares.
Jannie Mouton’s Capitec Bank stake gains $209 million
The rise in Jannie Mouton’s stake in Capitec Bank strengthens his position among South Africa’s billionaires.