Johann Rupert business empire

Johann Rupert is now the wealthiest man in South Africa. Image via Twitter @Rakgadi_EM

South Africa’s wealthiest: Unveiling the top six billionaires

Money makes money – and these six South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!

Johann Rupert business empire

Johann Rupert is now the wealthiest man in South Africa. Image via Twitter @Rakgadi_EM

Money makes money – and these six South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!

NOTE: This article is updated daily with the latest figures

According to Forbes’ real-time tracking of billionairesJohann Rupert and his family are the richest in South Africa, with a net worth of $10.3 billion.

The Ruperts are followed by diamond magnate Nicky Oppenheimer, who boasts a net worth of $9.5 billion.

In terms of the overall world list, Bernard Arnault is the world’s richest person.

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Below is a list of the top six richest South Africans in the world as of 19 April 2024.

RankNameNet worth
207Johann Rupert$10.3 billion
243Nicky Oppenheimer$9.5 billion
1 256Koos Bekker$2.6 billion
1 275Patrice Motsepe$2.6 billion
2 537Michiel Le Roux$1.1 billion
2 562Christo Wiese$1.1 billion