Billionaires

Explore the world of Africa’s wealthiest individuals. Shore Africa tracks billionaires, their businesses, and the industries driving their fortunes.

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From net worth rankings to investment strategies, our Billionaires category provides insights into wealth creation and economic influence across Africa.

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Clive Calder net worth 2026
African billionaires wealth

South African-British billionaire Clive Calder loses $170 million in 2026

Clive Calder’s net worth falls $170 million in 2026, driven by weaker asset valuations, though he remains among the world’s richest.

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Robert L Johnson companies
Black billionaire success story

20 business empires owned by the world’s first Black billionaire, Robert L. Johnson

How Robert L. Johnson built a diversified empire, from BET to hotels, private equity, and African investments, reshaping Black wealth.

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South African billionaire Koos Bekker loses $400 million in two months

South African billionaire Koos Bekker loses $400 million as Naspers and Prosus shares fall amid global market pressures.

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Ken Sharpe’s WestProp woos South African retailers for $100 million Mall of Zimbabwe

WestProp courts South African retailers for its $100 million Mall of Zimbabwe, a flagship project set to reshape Harare’s retail landscape.

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African billionaires luxury hotel developers
Africa tourism real estate

10 African billionaires building luxury hotels across the continent

African billionaires are financing luxury hotels across the continent, partnering global brands to transform tourism and real-estate markets.

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South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe.
African Rainbow Minerals

South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe to receive $27.1 million dividend

Patrice Motsepe will receive $27.1 million as African Rainbow Minerals pays a higher interim dividend after strong earnings growth.

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