The list by Forbes magazine listed Aliko Dangote as second in Africa with a net worth of $10.2 billion. South Africa's Johann Rupert and Aliko Dangote Credit: Ernest Ankomah / ContributorSource: Getty ImagesAccording to Forbes, Johann Rupert of South Africa tops the list of wealthiest people in Africa with about $11.8 billion. Johann Rupert: $11.8 billionThe 73-year-old from Cape Town in South Africa is the chairman of Compagnie Financiere Richemont. He has diversified investments and is known for campaigning against fracking in South Africa. Nassef Sawiris: $7.5 BillionBusinessInsider reports that the Egyptian business tycoon is third on the list, with an estimated net worth of $7.5 billion.

Source: Forbes August 01, 2023 08:21 UTC