Money makes cash – and these six South Africans have made plenty of it over time. And by quite a bit, we imply a LOT!
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According to Forbes’ real-time tracking of billionaires, Johann Rupert and his household are the richest in South Africa, with a internet value of $14.4 billion.
The Ruperts are adopted by diamond magnate Nicky Oppenheimer, who boasts a internet value of $9.5 billion.
South Africa’s six-dollar billionaires all made their cash in several methods – from luxurious items, diamonds, mining, media, banking and retail.
In phrases of the general world record, South Africa-born Elon Musk is the world’s richest person.
Below is an inventory of the highest six richest South Africans on the earth as of 14 February 2025.