South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux’s Capitec Bank eyes international markets
This ambitious move follows its acquisition of Avafin, a Cyprus-based online lender with operations across Europe and Latin America.
Southern Africa
South African tech mogul Zak Calisto faces $17-million loss in Karooooo stake
Despite this setback, Calisto remains one of Africa’s leading tech entrepreneurs, underscoring Karooooo’s continued prominence in smart transportation management.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux’s Capitec Bank stake drops below $1.5 billion
Michiel Le Roux, who owns 11.39 percent of Capitec Bank, or 13,190,043 shares, has seen the value of his stake decrease from $1.6 billion on May 20 to $1.49 billion.
South African tycoon Terrence Moolman loses $3.6 million in Caxton stake in just 6 days
This setback comes after a previous gain of $5.6 million recorded between April 3 and May 20.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s net worth falls below $3 billion
Motsepe’s fortune peaked above $3 billion in May, but a $200 million decline linked to his stake in African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) has pushed his net worth to $2.8 billion.
South African Saltzman family transfers $47 million in Dis-Chem shares to executives
The recent sale aligns with a broader trend in the South African retail industry, where founding families reduce their control over companies.
South African billionaire Saltzman family’s Dis-Chem sees earnings top $73 million
The South African billionaire Saltzman family holds a 35.1 percent stake in the company, valued at R9.97 billion ($529.23 million).
After expanding to 99 countries, Elon Musk’s Starlink secures approval in Zimbabwe
Launched in Africa in 2022, Starlink has rapidly expanded its footprint, with Elon Musk emphasizing the company’s commitment to operating wherever legally permitted.
South African billionaire Jannie Mouton sees $46.9 million loss on Capitec shares
This comes on the heels of a $94 million gain recorded between April 17 and May 4 when the market value of his stake surged from $646.08 million to $740.15 million.
South African tycoon Barry Swartzberg’s stake in Discovery slumps below $155 million
This recent slump compounds a previous loss of $7.91 million recorded between April 30 and May 16.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert makes $900 million in just three weeks
While his commanding stake in Richemont forms the cornerstone of his wealth, Johann Rupert has diversified his investment portfolio across a spectrum of industries.
Bravura Holdings unveils Zimbabwe’s first world-class lithium upgrade facility at Victoria Falls Mining Indaba
Benedict Peters, through Bravura Holdings, has propelled this project forward, showcasing its comprehensive design at the Indaba.
Egyptian billionaire Ghabbour family gains $20.7 million in 16 days
This surge has pushed the group’s market cap above $255 million, delivering substantial gains to shareholders, including the wealthy Ghabbour family.
South African mogul Christo Wiese-linked Pepkor posts $2.4 billion half-year revenue
In 2014, South African billionaire Christo Wiese sold Pepkor to Steinhoff International in exchange for a 20 percent stake in Steinhoff.
Bravura Sets the Record Straight: Rebuttal to Inaccurate Claims in Zimbabwean Mail
Bravura clarifies that the Kamativi Lithium Tailings Project, launched in December 2021, is progressing steadily despite encountering regulatory hurdles and global economic challenges.
South African tycoon Adrian Gore’s Discovery stake surges $22.1 million
This follows a $14 million loss recorded between April 30 and May 14, when his stake dropped from R10.49 billion ($571.56 million) to R10.24 billion ($557.54 million).