Sibanye suffers $311 million loss under Neal Froneman
Sibanye-Stillwater narrows 2024 loss to $311 million under Neal Froneman, showing signs of recovery amid weak metal markets and operational restructuring.
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Stephen Saad’s Aspen faces $148.7 million contract dispute
Aspen shares dive 30% amid $148.7 million mRNA tech dispute, stoking investor fears over financial stability.
Capitec to pay $47.6 million to three South African shareholders
Capitec to pay $47.6 million to three South African shareholders
Gerrie Fourie’s salary at Capitec Bank totals $5.6 million
This reflects his role in steering the bank through a period of significant growth, strengthening its position as a leader in the country’s financial sector.
Dominic Sewela's Barloworld $1.2 billion bid gets PIC backing
The PIC has pledged its support by agreeing to accept a standby offer for 41.6 million Barloworld shares, which translates to 21.93 percent of the company’s total issued shares.
Jannie Mouton’s Capitec Bank stake gains $209 million
The rise in Jannie Mouton’s stake in Capitec Bank strengthens his position among South Africa’s billionaires.
Zak Calisto’s Karooooo stake gains $71.5 million in 15 days
Calisto’s 64.81% stake in Karooooo—about 20 million shares—has gained $71.5 million in market value over the past two weeks.
CIVH, backed by Johann Rupert’s Remgro, valued at $667 million
The decline has sparked debate, with Remgro recently valuing Maziv at $2.8 billion, outpacing even larger rivals like Telkom.
Michiel le Roux’s Capitec Bank posts record $742.5 million profit
The performance underlines the leading retail bank’s ability to deliver in a challenging global economic environment.
Hilton Schlosberg: South African co-founder of $57 billion Monster Beverage
Hilton Schlosberg transformed Monster Beverage from a struggling juice company into a $57 billion giant.
Gus Attridge gains over $18 million as Aspen shares rebound
This follows a strong recovery in Aspen's share price on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).
Noluthando Gosa-linked ArcelorMittal SA pays Eskom $171 million for electricity
In 2024, ArcelorMittal SA paid Eskom $171 million for electricity as rising costs, weak demand, and imports pressured the steelmaker.
Nicky Oppenheimer’s net worth rises by $700 million
The recent upswing is largely credited to the revaluation of his wide-ranging private investments.
Johann Rupert’s Richemont supports YNAP with $114 million loan
Richemont backs YNAP with a $114 million credit line to bolster digital luxury expansion, following EU approval of Mytheresa’s acquisition of YNAP.
Mzi Khumalo: South African tycoon who built Capital Alliance into an $8 billion asset manager
South African entrepreneur Mzi Khumalo built Capital Alliance into an $8 billion asset manager, blending sharp business acumen with social impact.
Vodacom, led by Shameel Joosub, poised for major comeback
The Johannesburg-listed telecom giant raised medium-term guidance, signaling a potential turnaround driven by gains in Egypt and fintech.