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Patrice Motsepe’s ARC Investments to re-domicile to South Africa after buyout
The move is aimed at consolidating control, unlocking shareholder value, and streamlining operations.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s $160 million phosphate mine faces legal battle
The lawsuit challenges the decision to dismiss appeals against an offset exemption granted to Elandsfontein, which is 90 percent owned by ARM through Kropz Plc.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe re-elected unopposed as CAF President
His leadership has reshaped CAF’s financial outlook, attracting record sponsorship deals and boosting revenue streams.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s net worth rebounds to $3 billion after $300 million gain
Motsepe’s net worth surged to $3 billion for the first time since August 2024, marking a significant recovery.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s ARM weighs sale of $821 million Harmony Gold stake
The company, which has been expanding into renewable energy, is weighing whether to hold or offload its 11.8 percent stake in Harmony, South Africa’s largest gold miner.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe to pocket $25.4 million from mining business
This payout comes despite a 25% dividend cut amid falling earnings and financial strain in a volatile commodity market.
Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Minerals sees profit halve as mining pressures mount
The company’s headline earnings fell 49 percent to R1.52 billion ($83.43 million), down from R2.96 billion ($162.2 million) a year earlier.
South Africa’s largest gold miner, backed by Patrice Motsepe, posts $2 billion in half-year revenue
Harmony Gold posted $1.98 billion in H1 revenue, driven by surging gold prices, cost control, and a record dividend, despite a slight dip in production.
Ninety-One raises bet on mining firm of Africa’s first Black billionaire, stake tops $80 million
The move boosts Ninety One’s stake from 3.5 percent to 5 percent, reinforcing its investment strategy even as the miner reports its weakest earnings in seven years.
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe loses $100 million as ARM struggles
The decline follows a steep 16 percent drop in ARM’s share price over the past five days, with the stock sliding from R162 ($8.8) to R135 ($7.33).
Africa’s first Black billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s mining empire battles falling earnings
African Rainbow Minerals (ARM), led by Motsepe, forecasts a 55% drop in headline earnings on weaker iron ore prices.
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s ARC, raises stake in JSE-listed Alexforbes to $264 million
Patrice Motsepe’s ARC raises its stake in JSE-listed Alexforbes to $264.34 million, reinforcing its influence in South Africa’s financial services sector.
Top 10 South African businessmen driving change in real estate
From thriving city centers to expanding suburban areas, demand for both residential and commercial properties is growing steadily.
Sanlam, backed by Patrice Motsepe, partners with Fedhealth to expand affordable healthcare in South Africa
Sanlam partners with Fedhealth to provide integrated healthcare, insurance, and investment solutions, expanding affordable healthcare access to South Africans.
