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South Africa’s Johan Rupert overtakes Dangote as Africa’s richest man

South Africa’s Johan Rupert overtakes Dangote as Africa’s richest man

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Africa News
Published on 2024-08-28 09:34:27

South African luxury goods magnate Johann Rupert has become Africa’s wealthiest person, overtaking Nigeria’s Aliko Dangote, who previously held the top position.

Rupert, 74, controls the world’s largest luxury watchmaker, Cie Financiere Richemont, through a family trust. This Switzerland-based company owns prestigious brands like Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier.

According to the latest figures from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index,…

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