South African businessman Jannie Mouton gains $33 million from Capitec stake
This significant rise in Mouton’s stake reinforces his standing as one of the most affluent investors on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange
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South African billionaire Michiel Le Roux’s Capitec raises stake in Cyprus-based Avafin
Capitec Bank, founded two decades ago by Michiel Le Roux, Jannie Mouton, and Riaan Stassen, has evolved into a globally renowned banking brand.
South African exec Arrie Rautenbach guides Absa Group to record $5.3-billion revenue in 2023
Absa Group, a Johannesburg-based diversified financial services provider led by South African banking executive Arrie Rautenbach, achieved a significant milestone in its…
Swazi billionaire Natie Kirsh rakes in $440 million in five weeks
The recent increase in his wealth solidifies his position among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
South African billionaire Christo Wiese gains $46.9 million from Shoprite shares
The recent multimillion-dollar increase in the market value of his stake can be attributed to increased investors’ interest in the retail giant.
Startup backed by South billionaire Koos Bekker’s Naspers secures $16 million from Standard Bank
The recent funding from Standard Bank is a significant milestone toward achieving this goal and transforming auto financing for traditionally underserved demographics.
South Africa’s second-richest man Nicky Oppenheimer gains $200 million in 12 days
With his current fortune of $10.5 billion, Oppenheimer claims the 229th spot on the global list of the wealthiest individuals.
South African tycoon Laurie Dippenaar’s FirstRand stake slumps below $340 million
FirstRand’s shares decline by 3.69 percent, market cap dips below the $20-billion mark.
Namibian businessman Sven Thieme guides O&L in acquisition of Dimension Data Namibia
The ambitious acquisition, pending regulatory approvals, represents a milestone for O&L Group, already riding high on Thieme’s success in leading the sale of a 50.01-percent stake in NBL Investment Holdings.
South African tech mogul Zak Calisto gains $41.7 million from Karooooo stake
This rise comes on the heels of a significant setback, where Calisto experienced a $26.41-million loss between Feb. 12 and Feb. 23.
Malawian businessman Hitesh Anadkat loses $6 million from FMB Capital stake
Despite the recent decline in the market value of his stake, Anadkat retains his position as one of the wealthiest investors on the Malawi Stock Exchange.
South African tycoon Gerrie Fourie gains $8.6 million in 65 days
Fourie’s stake in Capitec Bank has risen by R2.16 billion ($8.63 million) over the past 65 days, solidifying his position among South Africa’s top executives.
South Africa’s richest man Johann Rupert’s fortune surges to $14.1 billion
The $600-million recent surge in his fortune is linked to the performance of Rupert’s 9.14-percent stake in Richemont.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s ARM reports $157.8 million in earnings
Headline earnings plummeted by 43 percent, falling from R5.17 billion ($275.5 million) in the first half of 2023 to R2.96 billion ($157.8 million) in the same period of 2024.
South African exec Neal Froneman views Sibanye-Stillwater’s rights offer as a last resort
Speaking at the group’s annual results presentation, Froneman stressed that such an offer would be a last resort measure.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe-backed Sanlam posts $73-million profit in 2023
Sanlam CEO Paul Hanratty, a notable figure in South Africa’s business landscape, lauded the company’s robust delivery in the face of extraordinary challenges during the past fiscal year.