Eswatini’s richest man Natie Kirsh’s net worth drops to $10 billion
Natie Kirsh’s net worth drops to $10 billion after asset revaluation, but his global investments and dealmaking remain strong.
Southern Africa
South Africa to sell homes of Indian-born Gupta brothers amid corruption fallout
Gupta mansions tied to state capture go to auction in Saxonwold, marking a symbolic step in South Africa’s anti-corruption journey.
South African-born billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong wants the public to own Los Angeles Times
Patrick Soon-Shiong aims to open L.A. Times ownership to the public while boosting media trust and civic participation.
South Africa’s newest billionaire Zak Calisto leads Karooooo to $72 million in Q1 revenue
Zak Calisto leads Karooooo to $72 million in Q1 revenue, driven by Cartrack’s SaaS growth and Southeast Asia expansion.
French billionaire’s firm wins final approval in DStv owner MultiChoice takeover
Canal+, owned by French billionaire Vincent Bollore, has won final approval to fully acquire MultiChoice in a $2.9 billion media takeover.
Ibex, formerly Steinhoff, exits Christo Wiese-backed Pepkor in $1.6 billion deal
Ibex exits Pepkor in $1.6 billion deal, ending a scandal-plagued chapter traced to Markus Jooste between 2011 and 2014.
Net asset value of South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Reinet falls
The decline comes despite strong March gains, as Reinet shifts focus from tobacco to long-term alternative asset strategies.
South African banker Gerrie Fourie steps aside as new CEO takes helm at Capitec
Graham Lee takes over as Capitec CEO as Gerrie Fourie steps aside, remaining an adviser to support the bank’s global and digital growth plans.
South African mining mogul Neal Froneman guides Sibanye’s $82 million bid for U.S. metals recycler
Sibanye-Stillwater, led by Neal Froneman, acquires U.S.-based Metallix for $82 million, boosting its circular economy strategy and U.S. metals footprint.
South African executive Duncan Wanblad-led Anglo faces Botswana backlash over De Beers sale
The southern African nation, which owns 15 percent of De Beers, believes it was not adequately consulted on the divestment.
South African retail tycoon Giovanni Ravazzotti’s Italtile stake drops $30 million
Italtile founder Giovanni Ravazzotti sees $30 million stake value drop as shares tumble nearly 7% in nine days.
Econet, led by Zimbabwe’s richest man, to pay $16 million to investors
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, led by billionaire Strive Masiyiwa, announces $16.3 million dividend amid strong data and FinTech performance.
South African pharma mogul Stephen Saad’s Aspen stake sinks under $360 million
Aspen Pharmacare CEO Stephen Saad loses $32 million in 13 days as stock slumps; his stake now worth under $360 million amid JSE sell-off.
South African billionaire Johann Rupert’s Richemont posts $6.3 billion in Q1 sales
Richemont’s Q1 sales hit $6.3 billion, fueled by strong jewelry demand in Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East, offsetting weaker watch sales and flat Asia trends.
South Africa’s second-richest man, Nicky Oppenheimer, is $1 billion richer so far in 2025
Nicky Oppenheimer gains $1 billion, lifting his net worth to $12.6 billion through investments in industry, finance, and African conservation.
South African businessman Hendrik du Toit’s Ninety-One hits $187 billion in managed assets
Ninety One, led by Hendrik du Toit, hit $187.9 billion in AUM as of June 2025, reflecting global momentum, strategic acquisitions, and strong client inflows.