Johann Rupert business empire

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

Who are the richest South Africans and their estimated net worth?

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 $11.1 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 10 May 2024.

RankNameNet worth
189Johann Rupert$11.1 billion
254Nicky Oppenheimer$9.5 billion
1 195Koos Bekker$2.9 billion
1 196Patrice Motsepe$2.9 billion
2 327Michiel Le Roux$1.3 billion
2 476Christo Wiese$1.2 billion