South Africa's two richest men are locked in a decades-long horse racing rivalry
Johann Rupert and the Oppenheimer family have poured billions into South African horse racing, building rival stud farms and saving the sport.
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Diamond heir Nicky Oppenheimer moves to Africa's fourth-richest as Forbes 2026 ranking reshuffles the top tier
Diamond heir Nicky Oppenheimer has moved to Africa's fourth-richest, worth about $10.6 billion, as the 2026 Forbes list reshuffles the continent's wealthiest.
South Africa’s second-richest man, Nicky Oppenheimer, is $1.75 billion richer so far in 2025
South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer grows his fortune to $13.3 billion after a $1.75 billion gain in 2025.
South Africa’s second-richest man, Nicky Oppenheimer, now worth $13 billion
South Africa’s Nicky Oppenheimer grows his fortune to $13 billion, driven by private investments.
South Africa’s second-richest man, Nicky Oppenheimer, is $1 billion richer so far in 2025
Nicky Oppenheimer gains $1 billion, lifting his net worth to $12.6 billion through investments in industry, finance, and African conservation.
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.
South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer’s net worth surges $2.1 billion
Nicky Oppenheimer’s net worth surged $2.1 billion to $12.2 billion, reversing the earlier dip near $10 billion.
Nicky Oppenheimer’s net worth rises by $700 million
The recent upswing is largely credited to the revaluation of his wide-ranging private investments.
Nicky Oppenheimer, South Africa’s second-richest man, loses $800 million
The recent dip means Oppenheimer has lost $250 million year-to-date, reversing the $550 million gain recorded just 38 days ago.
Oppenheimer, South Africa’s second-richest man, is $550 million richer this year
In the first two months of 2025, his net worth has risen from $11.6 billion to $12.1 billion.
South Africa’s second-richest man sees net worth soar to $12 billion
Over the past 17 days, his net worth has risen by $225 million, reaching $12 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
South Africa’s 10 richest billionaires in 2025
From luxury goods to mining and fintech, they shape economic trends and investment flows across Africa and beyond.
South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer adds $225 million to his net worth
Oppenheimer’s fortune has risen from $11.6 billion at the start of the year to $11.8 billion as of Jan. 22, showcasing consistent financial gains.
Nicky Oppenheimer's top 5 philanthropic contributions: Shaping Africa's future through education, conservation and economic empowerment
Nicky Oppenheimer’s transformative philanthropy impacts millions across Africa.
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.
South African billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer’s wealth surges by $1.43 billion in 2024
Oppenheimer’s net worth has risen from $9.85 billion at the start of the year to $11.3 billion, solidifying his place among the world’s wealthiest individuals.