Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe to receive $45.2-million dividend from ARM
The dividend payout reflects a 25-percent decrease from the R1.08-billion ($60.3 million) dividend he received the previous year.
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Giovanni Ravazzotti loses $18 million in two weeks from Italtile stake
South African tycoon Giovanni Ravazzotti sees $13.8-million decline in Italtile stake amid share price slide.
Anthony Leeming-led Sun International posts $52-million profit in H1 2024
Sun International, led by South African executive Anthony Leeming, reports surge in profit, driven by discontinued operations and revenue growth.
Standard Bank, led by Group CEO Sim Tshabalala, unveils innovative digital platform for loan management
New digital platform transforms syndicated loan management with automation and real-time data access, enhancing efficiency and reducing errors.
Sanlam, backed by Patrice Motsepe, targets India's wealth management sector
The move is part of a broader strategy to capitalize on growth opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies.
Terrence Moolman's Caxton delivers $37.1-million profit in 2024
Profit fell from R751.88 million ($42.39 million) in 2023 to R657.36 million ($37.07 million), driven by rising costs, and subdued consumer spending.
Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Minerals reports lowest profit in seven years
ARM, led by Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe, reports its lowest profit in seven years due to rising costs and a tough operating environment.
Sanlam, backed by Patrice Motsepe, posts $636-million profit in H1 2024
Sanlam, partly owned by Patrice Motsepe, reports a $636-million profit for the first half of 2024, fueled by strong performance across its diverse business segments.
Adrian Gore’s Discovery stake nears $750 million
South African insurance tycoon Adrian Gore nears billionaire status amid Discovery’s strong performance.
Shoprite, linked to South African billionaire Christo Wiese, to sell furniture unit to Pepkor for $179 million
The sale includes the OK Furniture and House & Home brands, as well as Shoprite's credit loan book, insurance arrangements, inventory, and certain fixed assets.
Hitesh Anadkat-backed Letshego to award free shares to employees
This strategic move aims to align employee interests with shareholders and comply with the Banking Institutions Act of 2023.
Battle for Africa’s richest: Johann Rupert’s wealth drops by $900 million, Dangote set to overtake
According to Bloomberg, Johann Rupert edges Aliko Dangote by $100 million, with a net worth of $13.4 billion vs. Dangote's $13.3 billion.
Saltzman family’s stake in Dis-Chem drops below $600 million
Renowned South African family’s net worth takes a hit as stake in Dis-chem declines.
Christo Wiese's Shoprite reports $348-million profit in 2024
Shoprite Holdings reports robust 2024 financial performance amidst economic challenges.
Woolworths, led by Group CEO Roy Bagattini, posts $4.3-billion revenue in 2024
The company's revenue surged to $4.3 billion, primarily driven by strong sales growth in its core South African operations.
South African insurer seeks $135-million stake in Patrice Motsepe's ARC FSH
Sanlam Life, a subsidiary of Africa's leading insurer Sanlam, has announced plans to acquire a 25-percent stake in ARC Financial Services Holdings.