South Africa’s richest man, Johann Rupert, gains $2.67 billion in January—net worth hits $16.3 billion
The $2.67 billion increase in January alone far exceeds the $1.3 billion he added throughout 2024.
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JP Morgan takes stake worth $148 million in Bertina Engelbrecht-led Clicks Group
JPMorgan lifts its Clicks Group stake to 6.54%, signaling confidence in the retailer’s resilience as Standard Bank trims holdings amid market shifts.
Standard Bank, led by Sim Tshabalala, commits nearly $1 billion to Barloworld acquisition
The bank’s backing is a key part of the broader R22.8 billion ($1.23 billion) bid, reinforcing its role as a dominant corporate financier on the continent.
Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee’s AXIAN Telecom lands $160 million financing to enhance infrastructure
This will enable AXIAN to modernize its network infrastructure, expand 4G and 5G services, and fuel digital innovation across its operations.
South African pharma tycoon Stephen Saad’s Aspen stake rises above $550 million
With the recent rise in Aspen's stock price, the value of his holdings has crossed $550 million, marking a recovery after a challenging 2024.
Ex-CEO of Africa’s most valuable company sees stake slump below $100 million
Tencent’s struggles and global tech uncertainty weigh on Africa’s most valuable company, Naspers.
South African billionaire Jannie Mouton’s Capitec stake falls below $1 billion after $59.5 million drop
This decline comes after a strong 2024 performance that saw Mouton’s stake gain $350 million, soaring from over $650 million to beyond $1 billion.
South Africa’s Ackerman family faces $20 million loss on Pick n Pay shares
The family’s stake, previously valued at R4 billion ($213.8 million), now stands at R3.62 billion ($193.95 million).
Shoprite, backed by South African billionaire Christo Wiese, posts $6.8 billion in half-year sales
The group’s South African supermarket division, which accounts for 83.7 percent of total revenue, recorded a 10.4 percent increase in sales, reaching $5.7 billion.
South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux faces $164.5 million loss from Capitec share drop
This decline has reduced the market value of his stake to $2.05 billion as the bank contends with broader market challenges.
Durban-based FMCG giant, chaired by Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, sells stake in Chile's Carozzi for $240 million
The deal is part of Tiger Brands’ efforts to refocus its operations and prioritize its core market in Southern Africa.
Johann Rupert’s Reinet faces shareholder shift amid broader strategic moves
PIC lowers voting rights in Reinet to 14.956%, reflecting strategic portfolio adjustments post-Reinet's $1.5 billion BAT divestment.
JP Morgan sells $110 million stake in South Africa’s Clicks Group, led by Bertina Engelbrecht
The banking giant sold $110 million worth of shares in Clicks Group, reducing its stake from 5.96% to 3.48%.
South African billionaire gains $360 million from Glencore shares after 2024’s $1.9 billion loss
This marks a partial recovery after a challenging year in which his stake dropped by nearly $2 billion.
Standard Bank’s market value drops below $20 billion amid non-compliance sanction
This decline has shaved $609.22 million off its market capitalization, reducing it from $20.18 billion to $19.57 billion.
JP Morgan bets big on Mpumi Madisa-led Bidvest with $241 million stake acquisition
The banking giant invested R4.42 billion ($241.29 million) to secure a 5.03 percent beneficial stake in Bidvest.