Michiel Le Roux's Capitec Bank stake soars above $2.5 billion
Earlier, between Sept. 6 and 19, his stake increased by R1.68 billion ($95.3 million), lifting the value from R37.94 billion ($2.16 billion) to R39.62 billion ($2.26 billion).
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Pick 'n Pay plans to open 100 new stores by 2026 as part of expansion strategy
The retailer, partly owned by the South African billionaire Ackerman family, is positioning itself for a recovery following previous financial setbacks.
Quinton van Rooyen’s stake drops $3.9 million amid JSE decline
Van Rooyen, the company’s largest shareholder with 377.2 million shares, has lost R67.9 million ($3.9 million) in market value this year.
Christo Wiese’s stake in Shoprite rises by $115 million in 13 days
South African billionaire Christo Wiese’s stake in Shoprite has increased by $115.84 million, strengthening his position among Africa’s wealthiest.
Jannie Mouton's Capitec Bank stake hits $1-billion milestone
Over the past 12 weeks, Mouton’s stake has increased by R3.02 billion ($173.13 million), rising above the $1-billion mark.
Karooooo shares drop, leading to $107-million loss for Zak Calisto
South African tech mogul Zak Calisto faces wealth decline amid Karooooo share drop.
Anglo American divests $1.1-billion acquisition of coal mine interests in Australia
Zashvin is strengthening its position in Queensland’s coal sector by acquiring Anglo American’s minority stake in the Jellinbah East and Lake Vermont steelmaking coal mines.
Nicky Oppenheimer’s wealth jumps $1.5 billion
This boost solidifies his position as the second-richest person in South Africa and the 227th richest individual globally.
Patrice Motsepe faces $195-million lawsuit in Tanzania over alleged breach of contract
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe faces a $195-million lawsuit in Tanzania over allegations of breaching a non-compete agreement, a case that could set a legal precedent for the country's mining sector.
Access Holdings' earnings surge to $2.07-billion, driven by interest income and strategic expansion
Access Holdings reports a remarkable $2.07 billion in earnings for the first nine months of 2024, driven by strong interest income and strategic expansion across its banking and non-banking subsidiaries
South African billionaire Wendy Ackerman honored as 2024 Hall of Femme inductee by IWFSA
Wendy Ackerman, co-founder of Pick 'n Pay, has been honored as a 2024 Hall of Femme inductee by IWFSA, recognizing her outstanding contributions to business and societal development in South Africa.
Transaction Capital sells non-core assets in $28.8-million deal
The divestiture, finalized on Nov. 1, is part of Transaction Capital's strategy to streamline operations and focus on core business areas.
Gus Attridge’s stake in Africa’s largest pharma company drops by $16.5 million
South African pharma mogul Gus Attridge loses $16.5 million from stake in Africa’s largest pharmaceutical company.
Stephen Brookes’ Balwin stake soars above $20 million
Stephen Brookes sees his Balwin Properties stake rise above $20 million amid a rally in the company's shares on the JSE.
Vodacom faces regulatory setback in $790-million Maziv acquisition
Vodacom's Maziv deal blocked by Competition Tribunal. Regulatory hurdles stifle expansion plans.
Pick 'n Pay announces exit from Nigeria amid financial losses
South African retailer offloads stake amid challenging market conditions.