South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert loses $1.8 billion in recent weeks
Johann Rupert’s net worth falls $1.8 billion as Richemont shares drop, despite strong luxury jewelry sales and $8.6 billion cash reserves.
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South African banker Sim Tshabalala to end 14-year run as Standard Bank CEO in 2027
The announcement comes even as the Johannesburg-based bank raised its executive retirement age from 60 to 63 in line with global corporate trends.
Five new African billionaires have emerged so far in 2025
Five new billionaires join Africa’s top ranks in 2025, led by gains in real estate, banking, and tech sectors.
South African businessman Christopher Seabrooke’s Sabvest stake falls below $100 million
Christopher Seabrooke’s Sabvest stake slips to $84 million as shares fall 14.55 percent since mid-June.
South African executive Gary Nagle-led Glencore posts $117 billion half-year revenue
Glencore, led by Gary Nagle, held H1 2025 revenue steady at $117.4 billion despite weaker coal prices and lower copper output.
South African billionaire Zak Calisto’s Karooooo to pay $38.6 million dividend to shareholders
Karooooo, led by Zak Calisto, approves $38.6 million dividend as revenue surges, fueled by Cartrack subscriptions and logistics growth in early FY 2026.
South African executive Gerrie Fourie bags $8.2 million farewell payout from Capitec
Capitec’s longtime CEO Gerrie Fourie exits with $8.2 million payout after growing the bank into a $22.42 billion retail leader.
South Africa to sell homes of Indian-born Gupta brothers amid corruption fallout
Gupta mansions tied to state capture go to auction in Saxonwold, marking a symbolic step in South Africa’s anti-corruption journey.
French billionaire’s firm wins final approval in DStv owner MultiChoice takeover
Canal+, owned by French billionaire Vincent Bollore, has won final approval to fully acquire MultiChoice in a $2.9 billion media takeover.
Accelerate Property Fund, partly owned by Michael Georgiou, launches $5.57 million rights offer
Accelerate Property Fund launches $5.57 million rights offer as it seeks to stabilize finances and renegotiate Fourways Mall deal.
Cobus Stofberg: The South African businessman with $114 million stake in media giant Naspers
Cobus Stofberg’s $114 million stake in Naspers highlights his role in building Africa’s top media and tech companies.
Laurence Rapp leads Vukile to $181 million profit in 2025
The strong result was driven by solid performance in its South African retail business and continued expansion in Spain and Portugal.
South Africa’s Barry Swartzberg gains $18 million from Discovery stake
Discovery Limited's stock gains lift Barry Swartzberg’s fortune, reinforcing confidence in South Africa’s financial services sector.
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.
Stephen Brookes' Balwin posts $120 million revenue in 2025
Balwin posted $120.6 million in revenue for FY2025, down 6%, as rate cuts in H2 fueled an 8% profit rise despite sluggish apartment sales.
Stephen Saad raises Aspen stake by $5.6 million amid stock slump
Stephen Saad invests $5.6 million more in Aspen amid its biggest stock slump in two decades, signaling confidence in the company’s long-term outlook.