South African billionaire, Johann Rupert, has taken over as the number one on Africa’s richest list.
Not everybody is fortunate enough to have their wealth grow by R13 billion (£659 million) in one year. Except for one South African diamond and mining magnate, that is.
Despite the global economy suffering due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a few lucky billionaires have added substantially to their wealth.
The 32-year age gap between Kitty Spencer and Michael Lewis has been highlighted, with some suggesting her relationship with her father is of interest.
Kitty Spencer (Princess Diana’s niece) has married South African-born fashion billionaire Michael Lewis, with the wedding taking place over the weekend at the Villa Aldo Brandini in Rome.
There are four South Africans on the UK Sunday Times 2021 Rich List, with three claiming spots in the top 100.
Nine South African-born individuals appear on the Sunday Times Rich List and, whilst some names are familiar, others fly a little more under the radar.