South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux gains $100 million within 24 hours
The recent uptick in his fortune can be attributed to the performance of his 11.39-percent stake in Capitec Bank.
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South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert gains $500 million in just 9 days
Rupert has cemented his status as South Africa’s richest individual, maintaining his lead over fellow South African magnate Nicky Oppenheimer.
South African billionaire Christo Wiese’s stake in Shoprite slumps by $50 million
Wiese owns an 11.5-percent stake in the leading supermarket chain, which translates to a total of 68,083,200 ordinary shares in the group.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg loses $490 million in 6 days
Ranked 318th among the world’s wealthiest, Glasenberg has slipped from 302nd since Feb. 3.
Companies owned by South African-British billionaire Clive Calder
With a net worth of $6.98 billion, Calder stands among Africa’s influential figures, residing in the Cayman Islands.
South African-British billionaire Clive Calder gains $150 million in 2024
The recent $150-million surge in Calder’s fortune builds on his success in 2023 when his wealth climbed from $5.6 billion to $6.83 billion.
Companies owned by London-based South African billionaire Manfred Gorvy
Billionaires.Africa highlights companies linked to Gorvy, showcasing his diverse and impactful business portfolio.
South African tycoon Ivan Saltzman sells $75.15 million worth of Dis-Chem shares
The sell-off, a routine measure to trim his stakes in the leading group, follows Saltzman’s decision to step down as the CEO in June 2023.
South African billionaire Stephen Saad suffers $36-million loss in 33 days
Despite the recent stock dip, Saad remains a prominent investor on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and maintains his status as one of South Africa’s leading businessmen.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe-backed Sanlam offers $344 million for Assupol
Motsepe, South Africa’s richest Black man with a net worth of $2.7 billion, holds a 7.8-percent stake in insurance giant, Sanlam.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe donates $500,000 in Cote d’Ivoire
Motsepe expressed his gratitude, stating, “We are grateful to the Catholic Church and the Muslim Faith for the crucial religious and spiritual work that they are doing…”
Companies owned by South African-born Canadian billionaire Jack Cockwell
From his role in the growth of Brookfield Asset Management to positions in Rogers Communications and Partners Limited, Cockwell’s influence extends across industries.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux loses $64.5 million from Capitec Bank stake
Le Roux presently owns an 11.39-percent stake in Capitec Bank. This stake makes him one of the richest men on the continent.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert gains $1.2 billion within two weeks
The $1.2-billion surge in his fortune is attributed to the performance of his 9.14-percent stake in Richemont.
South Africa’s second-richest man Nicky Oppenheimer gains $300 million in 11 days
With a current wealth of $9.98 billion, Oppenheimer is the world’s 228th richest individual. In South Africa, he holds the second spot, trailing Johann Rupert.
Saudi doctor overtakes South African billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong as world’s second-richest doctor
Saudi doctor Sulaiman Al Habib has now become the world’s second-richest doctor, surpassing South African billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong.