Mary Vilakazi-led FirstRand plans bank for Ghana’s super-rich
FirstRand sharpens its private banking focus in Ghana and beyond as Africa’s millionaire class expands.
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Mary Vilakazi leads Africa’s biggest lender to $1.23 billion half-year profit
Led by South African banker Mary Vilakazi, FirstRand continues to demonstrate resilience and solid returns for shareholders despite challenging economic conditions.
FirstRand’s Mary Vilakazi took home $2.2 million in 2024
This remuneration reflects her instrumental role in steering the company’s growth and maintaining its industry dominance.
Johan Burger’s FirstRand stake boosts fortune by $2.64 million
FirstRand has delivered modest returns since the start of 2024, with local investors seeing a 9.17 percent increase in share price.
Alan Pullinger nets $1.95 million in year-to-date gains from FirstRand stake
This growing fortune reinforces his position as one of South Africa's wealthiest executives and among the top investors on the JSE.
FirstRand partners with Proparco to boost Intra-African trade
Collaboration positions FirstRand as first Southern African bank in Proparco’s Trade Finance Guarantee Program.
FirstRand stock slide erases millions from Johan Burger’s portfolio
South African businessman Johan Burger sees $3.03 million dip in FirstRand stake
Alan Pullinger’s stake in FirstRand decreases by $1.68 million with share price dip
This decline reverses a $1.51 million gain between Oct. 9 and 18, when Pullinger's stake rose from $31.52 million to $33.03 million.
FirstRand to appeal UK Court ruling on motor finance broker transparency
In its appeal, FirstRand argues that motor dealers should not be held to fiduciary standards or be required to provide impartial advice.
South African banker Alan Pullinger's stake in FirstRand exceeds $30 million
This marks a significant milestone for Pullinger, who holds a 0.13 percent stake, equivalent to 7,079,000 ordinary shares in FirstRand.
FirstRand stake of South African tycoon Laurie Dippenaar nears $400 million
Laurie Dippenaar currently holds a 1.76-percent stake in FirstRand, amounting to 98,726,988 shares, making him one of South Africa’s leading investors.