
Former chief of Africa’s biggest firm makes $19 million in just over a month—here’s how
Over the past 37 days, Bob van Dijk’s stake has increased by R353.53 million ($19.39 million) amid renewed investor confidence.
Over the past 37 days, Bob van Dijk’s stake has increased by R353.53 million ($19.39 million) amid renewed investor confidence.
The $200-million windfall is tied to Bekker’s stakes in Africa’s most valuable company, Naspers, and its Amsterdam-based subsidiary, Prosus.
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Naspers has invested $1.2 billion to repurchase 5.38 million shares over the past five months, enhancing shareholder value and reaffirming financial stability.
His 0.76% stake in Prosus dropped $73 million, while his 0.93% stake in Naspers lost $39.6 million.
Having led Naspers from 2014 until his departure in September 2023, van Dijk continues to benefit from his 0.24 percent stake in the global conglomerate.
Despite market volatility, Naspers’ stock has shown resilience this year, consistently delivering value to investors.
This highlights the group's strong financial performance and strategic execution under Bekker's leadership.
This upswing follows a period of steady gains for Bekker, with his Naspers holdings increasing by $36.75 million between April 17 and 25.
This gain solidifies Bekker’s position as a prominent South African business leader and a top investor on the JSE.
Naspers stays bullish on the future, reaffirming its focus on boosting shareholder value through ongoing share buybacks.
The recent funding from Standard Bank is a significant milestone toward achieving this goal and transforming auto financing for traditionally underserved demographics.
Bekker, a top figure in South Africa’s business landscape, is credited with transforming Naspers from a newspaper publisher into a top player in e-commerce and cable TV.