6 companies linked to South African businessman Whitey Basson
From transforming Shoprite into a retail giant to reshaping the grocery market, Basson’s enduring impact reverberates across various sectors.
South Africa
South African executive Pieter van der Westhuizen earns nearly $1-million salary in 2023
As the group’s CFO since Sept. 2013, Westhuizen’s remuneration marks an 18.4 percent increase from the R12.3 million ($0.66 million) package he received in the prior year.
5 companies linked to Siza Mzimela, the first Black woman to start an airline
From her historic role as CEO of South African Airways to founding Fly Blue Crane and leading transformative ventures.
South African-born billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong loses $520 million in first week of 2024
Soon-Shiong’s net worth plunged by $520 million in the first week of 2023 declining from $10.5 billion on Jan. 1 to $9.98 billion.
South African executive Peter Mountford pockets $1.2-million salary in 2023
Mountford’s compensation package demonstrates a remarkable increase from the previous year’s total of $0.96 million.
7 companies owned by South African real estate tycoon Stephen Brookes
From affordable housing to energy solutions, delve into Brookes’ multi-millionaire league status and his commitment to community empowerment and philanthropy.
South African exec Reeza Isaacs earns $1.9-million salary at Woolworths in 2023
The compensation package underscores Isaacs’ indispensable commitment and prowess as a seasoned executive in the global retail industry.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux gains $104.5 million in 2023
Since its inception, Le Roux has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of the financial services industry throughout Africa.
7 companies linked to South African businesswoman Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa
Taking the reins at Naspers South Africa in 2019, Mahanyele-Dabengwa, the first Black and female CEO, spearheaded the digital transformation strategy.
South African billionaire Koos Bekker records $300-million wealth loss in 2023
Navigating headwinds: Bekker’s Prosus N.V. stake takes a hit amid industry disruptions.
4 companies linked to South African tycoon Kennedy Bungane
From leading multimillion-dollar deals to steering diverse companies, Bungane’s strategic brilliance leaves an indelible mark on banking, energy, and investments.
South African executive Eric Smuts earns $1-million salary from Nampak in 2023
Smuts — who stepped down as CEO of Nampak on April 20, 2023 — received a compensation package comprising a base salary of R4.73 million ($0.256 million)
7 companies owned by South African mining tycoon Sipho Nkosi
From Eyesizwe Holdings to Tronox Holdings, witness the enduring impact of Nkosi’s legacy on business, social development, and inclusive economic practices.
South African tycoon Laurie Dippenaar gained $59 million in 2023 from FirstRand
Presently, Dippenaar holds a 1.76-percent stake in FirstRand, to 98,726,988 shares — this stake makes him one of South Africa’s leading investors.
6 companies linked to South African business executive Anthony Leeming
From Sun International to Emperors Palace and the diversified Peermont Group, witness the transformative influence of Leeming in shaping the hospitality industry.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert rebounds strongly, gains $1.49 billion in 2023
The surge in Rupert’s fortune not only cements his position as one of Africa’s richest billionaires but also propels him to the top of South Africa’s wealth hierarchy.