South African tycoon Michiel Le Roux rakes in another $91 million from Capitec Bank stake
This followed a recent surge in his stake from May 31 to June 26, during which he witnessed a substantial increase of $120 million.
Billionaires Africa
Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s wealth plummets by $600 million in 2023
Akhannouch derives the majority of his fortune from Akwa Group, a multibillion-dollar conglomerate founded in 1932 by his father.
5 companies owned by Africa’s fifth-richest billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu
Boasting a net worth of $5.6 billion, Rabiu now ranks as the fifth-richest man in Africa.
Adidas claims Kanye West squandered $75 million intended for Yeezy collection marketing
Adidas claims that $75 million was transferred to two of Yeezy and West’s bank accounts, but both parties “mishandled virtually all of the marketing funds.”
Nigerian multi-award-winning artist Davido donates more than $300,000 to orphanages across Nigeria
While Davido’s philanthropic efforts are commendable, his music career continues to soar to new heights.
Ursula Burns, first Black woman CEO of Fortune 500 company, rakes in $3.4 million from Uber stake
The meteoric rise in Uber’s share price has propelled the company’s market ca. to more than $90 billion, resulting in lucrative gains for its investors, including Burns.
America’s second-richest Black man David Steward’s wealth soars above $6 billion
Steward’s fortune has skyrocketed by more than $1.1 billion recently, rising from $4.87 billion on May 9 to $6 billion.
South African tycoon Gareth Ackerman raises alarm over government’s empowerment policy revisions
As the scion of the Ackerman family, one of the richest families in South Africa, Gareth Ackerman’s views carry considerable weight in the business community.
Aliko Dangote reclaims title of richest investor on NGX, as Dangote Cement stake skyrockets to $6.6 billion
The surge in the shares of Dangote Cement, Africa’s largest cement company, was the driving force behind Dangote’s resurgence.
South African tycoon Zak Calisto’s Karooooo posts impressive $9-million profit in Q1
Under Calisto’s leadership, Karooooo Limited has become a leading provider of intelligent transportation management and analytics.
Nigerian tycoon Wole Oshin loses $1.2 million in one week from stake in Custodian Investment
As the company’s largest shareholder, Oshin holds a 26.81-percent stake in Custodian Investment.
Moroccan pharma tycoon Lamia Tazi loses more than $15 million from stake in Sothema
Tazi holds a substantial 8.4-percent stake in the leading healthcare company, or 605,030 issued shares.
Logistics company linked to Zambian tycoon Valentine Chitalu buys UK logistics firm Amco for $39.2 million
Chaired by Chitalu, Super Group’s strategic focus revolves around selective acquisitions in its core supply chain, fleet solutions, and dealerships businesses.
SpaceX, led by world’s richest man Elon Musk, launches satellite Internet service in Kenya
Starlink officially launched in Africa in 2022, with Musk claiming that the satellite Internet service provider will operate anywhere on Earth where it is legally permitted.
5 companies owned by Eswatini’s richest man, Natie Kirsh
Kirsh’s wealth is derived from a diverse investment portfolio spanning the retail and real estate sectors.
Top Black CEO Marvin Ellison rakes in almost $7 million from Lowe’s shares
Ellison’s minority 0.038-percent stake in Lowe’s translates to a total of 224,800 shares.