Nigeria’s business mogul Aliko Dangote has once again secured his position as the wealthiest individual in Africa, reclaiming the top spot on Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list. This development comes after South African tycoon Johann Rupert briefly surpassed Dangote in wealth last week.
As of January 8, Dangote’s net worth rose by $10 million to an impressive $10.1 billion. In contrast, Rupert’s net worth decreased to $10 billion from $10.7 billion on January 30, 2023. This reversal propelled Dangote to the 191st rank on the global Forbes list, with Rupert closely following at 197th place.
It’s a testament to Dangote’s business acumen and the resilience of his conglomerate, Dangote Group, which spans across various sectors. This turn of events reinforces Dangote’s enduring influence in Africa’s economic landscape.
