Tag: Mary Vilakazi

South Africa’s FirstRand rewards investors with record payout despite UK hit

FirstRand raised its full-year dividend 16 percent to a record $0.33 per share, backed by double-digit profit growth across its African banking units.

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South African banker Mary Vilakazi leads FirstRand back as Africa’s most valuable lender with $32.4 billion market cap

Mary Vilakazi steers FirstRand back to Africa’s top banking spot as its market cap reaches $32.4 billion, surpassing Capitec and Standard Bank.

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South African banker Mary Vilakazi’s FirstRand stake tops $3.2 million as shares climb

Mary Vilakazi’s FirstRand stake tops $3.2 million following strong share price growth and a recovering rand this year.

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FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi takes $4.8 million pay in 2025

FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi earned $4.8 million in 2025, up sharply, as bank strengthened its dominance across African financial markets growth

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Mary Vilakazi: First female CEO of South Africa’s $30 billion lender, FirstRand

Mary Vilakazi oversees FirstRand, positioning the group at the center of Africa’s expanding financial services industry.

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FirstRand tops Capitec as Africa’s most valuable lender, eyes Ghana and Nigeria

FirstRand surpasses Capitec as Africa’s top lender, targeting growth in Ghana, Nigeria, and broader regional markets.

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