The world’s Black female billionaires in 2025
These women are more than financial icons, they are leaders transforming industries, from media and fashion to cosmetics and luxury.
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South Africa's billionaire count rises to 7 with Jannie Mouton’s inclusion on Forbes' list
The boost in Mouton’s wealth is largely attributed to Capitec Bank, where he holds a 5.1 percent stake through the J.F. Mouton Familietrust.
Why Tony Elumelu isn't a dollar billionaire yet
Reports have speculated that his net worth stands at $2.15 billion, but Forbes remains the recognized authority in wealth rankings—anything else is just speculation.
Weeks after crypto scam, Tanzania’s richest man Mohammed Dewji hits $2.2 billion net worth
The latest surge in his net worth comes just weeks after he raised concerns about cybersecurity and the growing use of deepfake technology in financial scams.
Africa's richest man’s biggest bet: The $23 billion investment in Dangote Refinery
Reflecting on the decade-long journey to completion, Dangote told Forbes, “If this didn’t work, I was dead.”
Forbes ranks Dangote as Africa’s richest man again as his $20 billion refinery shakes up global oil markets
Forbes’ latest valuation narrows the gap with Bloomberg’s estimate, though a discrepancy remains.
Magic Johnson’s fortune soars: Net worth jumps $200 million to hit $1.6 billion
This marks a staggering $400 million increase over the past year, driven by a diverse investment portfolio spanning sports, insurance, and consumer-facing businesses.
Palantir’s soaring stock adds billions to Alex Karp’s net worth, pushing him near $10 billion
The Black billionaire, who owns a 2.63 percent stake in Palantir, added $2.1 billion to his net worth in just a few days, according to Forbes’ estimates.
South Africa’s richest man, Johann Rupert, gains $1.64 billion in first three weeks of 2025
Forbes' real-time billionaire rankings still list Rupert as Africa’s richest person, with a net worth of $13.1 billion.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola's wealth rises $200 million in 12 days despite naira's ongoing decline
This brings his fortune to $1.6 billion, cementing his position as one of Africa’s richest and most influential businessmen.
U.S. tech billionaire David Steward overtakes Aliko Dangote as world's richest Black person
In just two years, Steward's wealth has nearly doubled, up from $6 billion in 2022 to $7.6 billion in 2023, before reaching its current level.
Oprah Winfrey assembles top AI experts for exclusive TV special
The world’s richest Black woman, Oprah Winfrey, dives into AI with new TV special.
Tiger Woods earns $67.2 million, ranking among highest-paid athletes in 2024
The majority of his earnings, totaling $55 million, came from off-field activities such as businesses, endorsement deals, appearances, memorabilia, and licensing.
African-American billionaire Alex Karp makes $200 million in 20 days
With the surge in Palantir shares and the recent boost in his net worth, Karp has reinforced his standing among the world’s Black billionaires.
Oprah Winfrey’s wealth hits $3 billion: Inside her $200-million gain and Hawaiian estate
Winfrey’s net worth has risen by $200 million, reaching $3 billion, according to Forbes. This marks a significant rise from $2.8 billion on Jan. 1.
Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s wealth declines by $100 million
The $100-million decline in his net worth is linked to the revaluation of his holdings in Akwa Group, a diverse Moroccan conglomerate with substantial oil and gas interests.
