Africa’s richest 5 percent control $4 trillion, twice the rest of the continent
That staggering imbalance is at the heart of a new Oxfam report that lays bare the depth of inequality spreading across the continent.
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Johann Rupert’s Remgro, Vodacom get nod for $741.7 million Maziv fiber deal
South Africa’s regulator drops opposition to Vodacom’s $741.7 million deal for Maziv, moving Johann Rupert’s Remgro closer to sealing the landmark fiber acquisition.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert’s wealth jumps by $1 billion in a week
Johann Rupert adds $1 billion in a week as Richemont and Reinet shares climb, lifting his net worth to $16.9 billion.
Johann Rupert’s Reinet in talks to sell pension stake in deal worth up to $6.8 billion
Reinet, led by Johann Rupert, is in talks to offload its top asset, Pension Insurance Corp, in a deal worth up to $6.85 billion.
Johann Rupert’s Richemont debuts Van Cleef & Arpels boutique in Florence
Richemont’s Van Cleef & Arpels opens its first Florence boutique, showcasing high-jewelry heritage and bolstering the group’s luxury retail presence in Europe.
Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man, gains $200 million in a week
This increase pushes his total wealth growth for the year to $2.72 billion, up from $2.52 billion just a few days ago.
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s net worth drops below $17 billion
Johann Rupert’s net worth falls $800 million to $16.3 billion amid Richemont’s 6.5% share decline despite strong global jewelry sales.
Johann Rupert to receive $20.7 million dividend from Reinet
Johann Rupert will receive a $20.7 million dividend from Reinet Investments after the Luxembourg-based firm reported strong asset growth in its latest fiscal year.
Rupert joins Dangote, Ogunlesi among African billionaires visiting Washington
Johann Rupert, South Africa’s richest man and Richemont chairman, arrived in Washington during tense talks between Trump and President Ramaphosa.
Johann Rupert’s Richemont sees sales reach $24 billion
This was driven by a steady demand for high-end jewelry and solid growth in key markets such as the U.S., Europe, Japan, and the Middle East.
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.
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.
7 African billionaires pouring millions into the future of sports
Africa’s richest are reshaping sports, from rugby and football to basketball, using wealth to drive youth empowerment, global expansion and local impact.
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.
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.
CIVH, backed by Johann Rupert’s Remgro, valued at $667 million
The decline has sparked debate, with Remgro recently valuing Maziv at $2.8 billion, outpacing even larger rivals like Telkom.