Kanye West issues apology for anti-Semitic comments following $1.6-billion wipe-out
In October 2022, West faced backlash on social media as Instagram, owned by Meta Platforms Inc., and Twitter, now X, removed anti-Semitic posts from his accounts.
Southern Africa
South African business executive Neal Froneman gains $3.4 million in 36 days
Sibanye-Stillwater has experienced a remarkable surge in recent months.
7 companies owned by Botswana businessman Jonathan Gibson
As a leader and advocate for responsible tourism, Gibson’s legacy extends beyond financial success, encompassing wildlife conservation and community empowerment.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg faces $254-million wealth loss in 2023
The $254-million year-to-date decline in his wealth is attributed to the sustained dip in the market value of his stake in Glencore.
7 assets owned by South African real estate tycoon Kiriakos Anastasiadis
Dive into his vast real estate portfolio, including the iconic Mall@Reds, transformative Trade@55, and innovative Hey Joe Brewing Company.
South African billionaire Koos Bekker loses $67 million in 41 days
Bekker’s stake in Naspers valued at $315.8 million on Nov. 15, have declined to $248.86 million at the time of writing.
South African executive Anthony Leeming guides Sun International into new era
Under Leeming, Sun International has seen a remarkable increase in its share price, with its market cap. exceeding $570 million.
5 companies owned by South African media magnate Terrence Moolman
His astounding rise from an entry-level position to a key figure in the media tells a story of resilience, determination, and commitment.
Meet South African tycoon Siza Mzimela: The first Black woman to start an airline
Mzimela’s audacious step into entrepreneurship came in 2015 when she founded Fly Blue Crane.
South Africa’s second-richest man Nicky Oppenheimer hits $1.7 billion in gains in 2023
His fortune has climbed from $8.03 billion to $9.75 billion since Jan. 1.
Patrice Motsepe-linked bank targets $4.9 billion in unclaimed benefits in South Africa
Motsepe-backed TymeBank targets unclaimed benefits, fueling its drive to dominate South Africa’s financial landscape.
South African tycoon Jannie Mouton gains $31 million in 6 days from Capitec Bank
Mouton is renowned for co-founding Capitec Bank with Michiel Le Roux, and Riaan Stassen.
10 companies owned by South African billionaire Jonathan Oppenheimer
Track his ventures as he continues the extraordinary entrepreneurial legacy of the South African billionaire Oppenheimer family.
Namibian businessman Koos Brandt rakes in $2.33 million from Capricorn shares
Brandt, a leading Namibian mogul, who stepped down as the chairman of Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek in 2017, is also the largest individual shareholder in the group.
South African tycoon Michiel Le Roux gains $70.1 million from Capitec Bank
Le Roux presently owns an 11.39-percent stake in Capitec Bank. This stake makes him one of the richest men on the continent.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe rides high as net worth hits $2.5 billion
Now holding the 1,264th spot globally, Motsepe’s wealth is primarily sourced from a fortune built in the mining industry.