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Top 5 Billionaires from Africa as of 2024. (According to Forbes Africa)

  1. Aliko Dangote: Africa’s wealthiest person, Dangote founded and chairs Dangote Cement, the largest cement producer on the continent. His net worth is a staggering $13.9 billion, securing him the top rank.

  1. Johann Rupert: Chairman of Swiss luxury goods firm Compagnie Financiere Richemont, Rupert's net worth is an impressive $10.1 billion, maintaining his position as one of Africa's richest individuals.




  1. Nicky Oppenheimer: Heir to the DeBeers diamond fortune, Oppenheimer sold his stake to mining group Anglo American for $5.1 billion in 2012. With a net worth of $9.4 billion, he holds the third position.




  1. Abdulsamad Rabiu: Founder of BUA Group, a Nigerian conglomerate involved in cement production, sugar refining, and real estate, Rabiu's net worth is $5.9 billion, securing him the fourth spot.



  1. Nassef Sawiris: An investor and member of Egypt’s wealthiest family, Sawiris holds a net worth of $8.7 billion. He made headlines in December 2020 for acquiring a stake in New York-listed firm Madison Square Garden Sports. Additionally, he runs OCI, one of the world’s largest nitrogen fertilizer producers.


 



 
 
 

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