Top 10 African Billionaires in Forbes’ 2024 Global Ranking

In the world of global finance and business, the African continent continues to make its mark with an impressive lineup of billionaires.

The 2024 Forbes World’s Billionaires List not only highlights these influential figures but also offers insight into the dynamics of wealth and power across Africa.

Let’s dive into the lives of the top 10 African billionaires who are shaping industries and altering economic landscapes.

A Glimpse Into Their Empire: Forbes’ 38th Annual World’s Billionaires List

Forbes’ meticulous annual roundup — now in its 38th year — draws from real-time data, including stock prices and exchange rates as of March 8, 2024, to compile the definitive list of the world’s wealthiest individuals. This year, the list has expanded, featuring an unprecedented 2,781 billionaires.

The Richest of the Rich

Aliko Dangote: Cementing His Fortune

At the pinnacle of Africa’s financial elite stands Aliko Dangote, a name synonymous with wealth and enterprise in Nigeria.

Dangote’s net worth of $13.4 billion not only secures him the title of Africa’s richest man but also places him 144th globally.

The backbone of his wealth? A whopping 86% stake in Dangote Cement, which recently reached a market capitalization of N10 trillion, a first for any Nigerian company.

The Billionaire List: Who’s Who?

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