Hilton Schlosberg: South African co-founder of $57 billion Monster Beverage
Hilton Schlosberg transformed Monster Beverage from a struggling juice company into a $57 billion giant.
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Gus Attridge gains over $18 million as Aspen shares rebound
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Noluthando Gosa-linked ArcelorMittal SA pays Eskom $171 million for electricity
In 2024, ArcelorMittal SA paid Eskom $171 million for electricity as rising costs, weak demand, and imports pressured the steelmaker.
Nicky Oppenheimer’s net worth rises by $700 million
The recent upswing is largely credited to the revaluation of his wide-ranging private investments.
Johann Rupert’s Richemont supports YNAP with $114 million loan
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Mzi Khumalo: South African tycoon who built Capital Alliance into an $8 billion asset manager
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Vodacom, led by Shameel Joosub, poised for major comeback
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7 South African-born billionaires who are citizens of other countries
Their ventures have reshaped industries, establishing a lasting global legacy.
Ackerman family stake tops $180 million as Pick n Pay shares rebound
The family owns 16.71 percent of Pick n Pay, which amounts to 124.68 million shares.
Rodney Sacks, South African executive behind Monster Energy’s $57 billion rise
Rodney Sacks, a South African-born lawyer, built Monster into a $57 billion giant, transforming the global energy drink industry.
Motsepe donates $10 million to support youth sports, education in Africa
The donation highlights his commitment to youth empowerment through sport and education across Africa.
Trevor Noah backs Stitch's latest $55 million funding round
Noah’s involvement as an angel investor is a testament to the growing overlap between Africa’s creative talent and the global tech investment scene.
Michiel Le Roux gains nearly $300 million from Capitec stake
This follows a recent rally in the share price of the retail banking giant on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).
JP Morgan takes new shares worth $288 million in Bernard Berson-led Bidcorp
It reflects the bank’s growing confidence in the Johannesburg-based food service group, which is led by Bernard Berson.
Clicks Group, led by Bertina Engelbrecht, plans $54.5 million expansion
Clicks Group, led by Bertina Engelbrecht, to invest $54.5 million to expand stores, upgrade supply chains, and grow health and beauty segments.
Masiyiwa loses $600 million but pushes ahead with Africa’s first AI factory
His net worth has fallen to $1.2 billion, down from $1.8 billion in January, part of a steady slide since 2022, when his fortune peaked at $3 billion.