South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe-linked insurer eyes India for growth
India’s economy is growing nearly five times faster than South Africa’s.
Southern Africa
South African executive Shameel Joosub earns $3.4-million salary from Vodacom
His compensation package includes a R16.64-million ($0.88 million) base salary, accompanied by a short-term incentive of R14.03 million ($0.74 million).
Africa’s first female billionaire accuses Angolan government of political persecution
Accused of embezzlement and fraud, dos Santos, through her lawyer, claims the allegations are politically motivated.
South African exec Paul Dunne earns $1.5-million salary from Northam in 2023
His compensation comprises a base salary of R11.23 million ($0.60 million) and augmented by a short-term incentive of R8.41 million ($0.45 million).
One of Malawi’s richest men, Hitesh Anadkat, gains $20 million from FMB Capital
The $20.76-million surge has solidified Anadkat’s position as one of the wealthiest investors on the Malawi Stock Exchange.
South African billionaire Ivan Glasenberg suffers $389-million loss in first weeks of 2024
Glasenberg’s wealth is derived from his 9.81-percent stake in Glencore, a Swiss multinational commodity trading and mining company.
Why African billionaires are banking in Belize: Luigi Wewege, president of Caye International Bank
Wewege explains to Billionaires.Africa the reasons why wealthy Africans are flocking to bank in the Central American country.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe makes $100 million in first two weeks of 2024
Despite a 10-percent plunge in the market value of Motsepe’s 40-percent stake in ARM, the surge in his net worth is linked to the revaluation of private investments.
South Africa’s Ackerman family kicks off 2024 with $14.7-million loss in 11 days
The Ackerman family, known for their wealth and diverse investments, holds a significant 25.53-percent stake in Pick ‘n Pay, or 124,677,238 shares.
South African executive Bongiwe Ntuli pockets $1.6-million salary at TFG
Ntuli’s pay saw a significant 62.45-percent increase in 2023, compared to the prior year’s R18.16 million ($0.97 million).
South Africa’s richest man has now lost over $600 million so far in 2024
The key factor behind the plunge in Johann Rupert’s fortune is the recent decline in the market value of his 10.18-percent stake in Richemont.
Koos Bekker-led Naspers boosts South Africa investments ahead of Amazon’s entry
Naspers South Africa CEO Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa affirmed the group’s commitment to fortify its businesses in anticipation of Amazon’s impending entry.
Filipino billionaire Enrique Razon’s South African port venture faces labor union opposition
With the recent uncertainty surrounding the labor unions’ demands, Razon has seen his net worth decline by $202 million this year.
Eswatini’s richest man Natie Kirsh suffers $55-million loss since start of 2024
Kirsh’s net worth has decreased by $55.4 million since the start of 2024 — falling from $7.61 billion on Jan. 1 to $7.56 billion at the time of writing.
Patrice Motsepe’s ARM faces setback as court refuses appeal on diesel rebates dispute
The court decision impacts the ARM-Glencore joint venture’s financial standing.
South African executive Anthony Thunstrom earns $3.4-million salary from TFG in 2023
Thunstrom’s compensation surged by an impressive 86.8 percent compared to the previous year, reaching R34.19 million ($1.83 million).