8 companies owned by Black executive Donald Thompson
Thompson’s wealth story mirrors his influential career trajectory and unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the food and beverage sector.
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5 companies owned by America’s first Black female billionaire Sheila Johnson
Billionaires.Africa reveals Johnson’s diverse business portfolio, featuring five ventures, including BET, which she and her ex-husband sold in 2001.
Refinery owned by Africa’s richest man to generate $27-billion annual revenue
The complex will initially focus on producing diesel, aviation fuel, and gas, with petrol production planned for a later stage.
South African tycoon Jonathan Jawno rakes in $5 million from stake in Transactional Capital
Jawno, a founding member of Transaction Capital, owns a 9.59-percent stake in the group.
Top Black energy executive earns $1.37 million from Dominion in 2022
Senior VP and chief legal officer at Dominion Energy, Brown, received $1.37 million for his instrumental role in the company’s financial success.
Billionaire athlete LeBron James triumphs as first in-season tournament MVP
LeBron leads Lakers to victory with 24 points, 11 rebounds in NBA Cup final, completing their flawless in-season tournament run.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola congratulates Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on refinery launch
Otedola congratulated Dangote on the launch of the Dangote Oil Refinery, a $20-billion project.
Moroccan business magnate Anas Sefrioui loses $41.2 million from ADH stake
Sefrioui, the visionary founder of the Casablanca-based real estate group who ranks as one of Morocco’s most affluent individuals, owns a 64.1-percent stake in ADH.
Top Black executive Cornelius Boone earns $5.3-million salary from eBay
Boone’s role in steering eBay to financial success, coupled with his groundbreaking leadership, is reflected in his base salary, short-term incentive, and long-term incentive.
Asante monarch of Ghana makes history as first African royal in renowned Pirelli Calendar
Historic: Ghana’s Asante king graces 2024 Pirelli Calendar, a first for African royalty.
Egypt’s second-richest man Naguib Sawiris hit by $110-million loss in 9 days
His wealth figures have plummeted due to a sharp decline in the market value of his diverse investments,
Egyptian billionaire Ahmed Ezz loses $47 million in 16 days from Ezz Steel stake
Ezz owns a 60.7 percent of the company, or 329,816,198 shares, in the steel behemoth.
Tina Knowles-Lawson: From Galveston roots to fashion mogul and philanthropic force
Discover Tina Knowles-Lawson’s path from humble beginnings to fashion fame and her impact as a mother and philanthropist.
Berry Gordy, Jr.: Shaping stars from the Jackson 5 to Stevie Wonder
Dive into the remarkable story of Berry Gordy Jr. and the Jackson 5, exploring how they reshaped the soundscape of African-American music and left an indelible mark on the industry.
How Lenny Kravitz, an African-American superstar conquered rock music
Dive into the life of Kravitz, an African-American icon, as we explore his groundbreaking achievements in music, his ventures in the film and fashion industry, and his significant impact as a cultural figure.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg’s fortunes soars by $230 million in 3 days
With the recent surge in his net worth, Glasenberg presently ranks as the 275th richest individual in the world.