Who Is The Richest Man In South Africa
Johhan Rupert
Having a net worth of $9.11 billion, he is the richest person in South Africa. the CEO of Compagnie Financiere Richemont, a luxury goods company based in Switzerland.
Background in business: While working as an apprentice in New York City, Rupert spent three years at Lazard Freres and two years at Chase Manhattan. He became the CEO of the Rand Merchant Bank in 1979 as a result of his return to South Africa.
Background/History: Johann Rupert was born and raised in Stellenbosch, where he also attended the University of Stellenbosch and Paul Roos Gymnasium. the senior son of philanthropist, businessman, and conservationist Anton Rupert. He left his first studies in economics and company law to seek a career in business.
Origin of wealth and business: Johann Rupert is the chairman of Compagnie Financiere Richemont, a luxury goods company established in Switzerland that is famous for its brands Cartier and Montblanc as well as the South African firm Remgro. The firm was created in 1988 through a spin-off of assets owned by Rembrandt Group Limited (now Remgro Limited) (now Remgro Limited). His father, Anton Rupert, founded this business in 1940. His primary office is situated in Somerset Wes near Groot Paardevlei.
Wealth: Johann Rupert is the second-richest individual on the continent and the richest person in South Africa. He is estimated to own 9.4 billion USD as of 2022. According to reports, Rupert’s net worth increased from $9 billion to $11 billion in 2021 as a result of a rise in share value of his businesses. He became the list’s top dollar gainer as a result, according to Forbes magazine.
Born 1950 as of 1 June (age 71 years).
: Cape Town South African nationality
