South African billionaire Christo Wiese-linked retailer, Steinhoff, faces liquidation
Wiese’s link with Steinhoff traces back to 2012 when he exchanged the historic Lanzerac wine estate for $11 million worth of Steinhoff shares.
South Africa
Philip Tobias: South African executive leading Patrice Motsepe’s billion-dollar group
In recent years, Tobias has established himself as a renowned mining engineer with extensive industry expertise.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s TymeBank hits 8 million customers
Motsepe boasts a net worth of $2.2 billion, making him the richest Black billionaire in Southern Africa.
South African executive Mike Schmidt earns $4.5-million salary at ARM in 2022
Schmidt was CEO and executive director at ARM from 2011 to 2023. During his tenure, he led ARM to impressive financial milestones.
5 organizations linked to Kgalema Motlanthe, South Africa’s third president
Motlanthe’s influence extends to several organizations, and here are five prominent ones where he holds substantial ownership or influential board positions.
South African tycoon Eric Ellerine suffers $5.4-million loss from Sabvest Capital stake
Ellerine owns a 9.52-percent stake in Sabvest Capital, making him the second-largest shareholder in the investment holding company.
South African executive Richard Stewart earns $3.1-million salary from Sibanye-Stillwater
Stewart transitioned to the role of chief regional officer in May 2022 after serving as the group’s COO from December 2020 to April 2022.
South African tycoon Neal Froneman loses $2.1 million in 19 days
The double-digit slump in the shares of Sibanye-Stillwater has significantly impacted the market value of Froneman’s stake.
South African businessman Mteto Nyati steps down from Nedbank board
Nyati is widely recognized as an inspiring leader with a proven track record of successfully executing growth and turnaround strategies.
South African tycoon Andre Du Plessis becomes $11 million richer as Capitec shares soar
Du Plessis, a prominent South African businessman, owns a beneficial 0.78-percent stake in Capitec Bank.
Meet Sello Moloko, South African tycoon behind multimillion-dollar investment empire
Moloko stands as a beacon of hope in the fast-paced business world and financial services industry.
5 companies owned by South African businessman Barry Swartzberg
Billionaires.Africa has identified and cataloged various companies and holdings linked to Swartzberg.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert loses another $600 million
Despite this recent setback, Rupert retains his status as South Africa’s richest man, ahead of Nicky Oppenheimer.
South African billionaire Stephen Saad earns $2-million salary from Aspen in 2023
Apart from his executive and governance roles in Aspen Pharmacare, Saad also holds a controlling 12.5-percent stake in the company.
Pick ‘n Pay, led by South African Ackerman family, launches food waste reduction initiative
This initiative underscores the Ackerman family’s commitment to reducing food waste and promoting sustainability in South Africa’s retail landscape.
South African exec Mary Vilakazi’s earns $1.68-million salary from FirstRand in 2022
Vilakazi’s tenacity, strategic prowess, and commitment to excellence have propelled her to the top job at FirstRand.