Palantir CEO, Alex Karp, becomes America’s richest Black person
Karp, who made the billionaire list in 2016 with a net worth of $1.6 billion, now holds an estimated fortune of $11.5 billion.
South African tech tycoon Zak Calisto’s Karooooo stake tops $1 billion
Investors have been responding positively to the firm’s recent earnings and steady growth, particularly in its core subscription business.
Khamis family loses $10 million on Oriental Weavers stake in 22 days
This follows a notable decline in the company’s share price on the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), bringing pressure on one of Egypt’s richest families.
South Africa’s biggest food producer to sell canned fruit business for one rand
This is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to streamline its operations and concentrate on its core business in the local market.
Tope Shonubi’s Sahara and NNPC agree to improve energy access across Nigeria
The agreement was reached during a recent meeting between Sahara Group’s leadership team and NNPC’s Group CEO.
Malagasy tycoon Hassanein Hiridjee's AXIAN Energy gets $5 million for renewable projects
The funding will help several solar and hydroelectric projects across Africa, many of which have stalled due to a lack of early-stage financing, move beyond the planning phase.
Anthony Joshua falls off 2025 Forbes list of highest-paid athletes
British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua falls off Forbes 2025 list of highest-paid athletes following earnings decline and costly defeat.
Algerian-born French tycoon Sue Nabi makes $14 million from Coty stake
Algerian-born French executive benefits from 10% rally in Coty shares, as stock momentum lifts wealth despite year-to-date losses.
Samuel Dossou-Aworet-backed Tullow agrees to sell Gabon unit for $300 million
Tullow Oil Gabon holds all of Tullow’s non-operated working interests in Gabon, and the buyer is Gabon Oil Company.
James Mwangi gains $5.8 million as Equity Group shares soar
Mwangi’s stake has grown in value from Ksh5.44 billion ($42.06 million) to Ksh6.19 billion ($47.84 million).
Christo Wiese’s Shoprite stake jumps $97 million
His stake in the company has surged by over $97 million, driven by a strong rally in Shoprite’s shares on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).
Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa sells $1.1 million in Netflix shares
Strive Masiyiwa, Zimbabwe's richest man, has been gradually reducing his stake in Netflix over the past year.
Johann Rupert’s net worth rises by $488 million in 24 hours
The boost further cements his position as Africa’s second-richest person, behind Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote.
Firm linked to World’s richest Black man acquires Kenya’s oldest tour company
This reflects the growing appeal of Kenya’s tourism sector to international investors.
South Africa’s richest man gains $800 million in less than a month
This boost brings his year-to-date net worth increase to $1.67 billion, making him the only African billionaire whose fortune has grown by over $1.5 billion in 2025.
Nigeria’s 7 richest royal families
Their businesses not only fuel the economy but also create jobs, foster community development, and drive inclusive growth.