The media collected a list of the 22 richest blacks in the world – everyone has more than one billion dollars. According to our research, half of the black billionaires are black from America, and the other half of Africa.
The richest black individuals in the world extend through industries such as entertainment, sports, technology, financing and manufacturing. these 22 black billionaires They gathered their wealth through hard work, innovation and strategic investments. Here’s a look at backgrounds And how they are They built their wealth.
1. Aliko Dangot – 23.9 billion dollars
Industry: manufacturing and cement
Aliko Dangot is The richest black person in the world The richest businessman in Africa. He built his wealth through Dangot GroupA multinational group specialized in Cement, sugar, flour and other basic commodities. His company, Cement DangotIt is the largest cement producer in Africa, providing major infrastructure projects throughout the continent. Beyond cement, diversity dangote in The refining of oil, agriculture and real estate. coming An oil refinery 19 billion dollars In Nigeria, a revolution is expected to take place in the country’s energy sector.
2. David Steward – 11.4 billion dollars
Industry: Information Technology and Technology
David Steward is Participant founder and Chairman of the Board of Global Technology (WWT)the The largest black technology company in America. His company is available Cloud computing, cyber security and supply chain For major companies, including Boeing and Virizon. Steward wwt started in 1990 And its growth in Foundation in billions of dollarsWhich makes it The richest pole of black technology In the United States, despite his tremendous wealth, he keeps Low attentionIt focuses on charitable work, investing in education and community development.
3. Robert F. Smith – 10.8 billion dollars
Industry: Special stocks and investments
Robert F. Smith his wealth k Founder of Vista Equity Partners, A private stock company specialized in software and technical investments. Under his leadership, Vista acquired and transferred many software companies, which led to billions of dollars. In 2019, he obtained a national recognition of Payment of students ’debts for the entire graduation semester at Morehaus CollegeAnd increase the consolidation of its position as a file Mohsen and financial leader.
4. Alexander Carb – 10.2 billion dollars
Industry: technology and data analyzes
Alexander Carb is CEO of Palantir TechnologiesThe data analysis company that you work with Government agencies, intelligence operations and large companies. His company specializes in Big data solutions For national security industries, finance and health care. Carb succeeded in Silicon Valley One of the most influential billionaires in the field of technology today.
5. Mike Adenoja – 6.8 billion dollars
Industry: Communications and Oil
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenoja He is the founder GlobacomThe second biggest in Nigeria Communications provider. His company revolutionized the mobile communications industry in Africa, making him one of the richest individuals in Nigeria. He also built his wealth through Conquestcommand Oil exploration And the production company. Adenoja companies have played an important role in economic development in Nigeria.
6. Abdul Samoud – 4.7 billion dollars
Industry: manufacturing and cement
Abdul Samoud is Founder of the Boa GroupNigerian Manufacturing and infrastructure company This specializes in Cement, sugar refining, and real estate. His company competed with Cement DangotContribute to the construction boom in Africa. His business empire continues to expand via West Africa.
7. Opera Winfrey – 3 billion dollars
Industry: media and charitable work
Opera Winfrey is The first black billionaire Media power. Her wealth is through Winfrey Opera offerAnd later expanded to Private network, weight controllers, and multiple commercial projects. The influence of the media in Winfrey, along with strategic investments, has made one of The most powerful women in entertainment.
8. Michael Jordan – 3.5 billion dollars
Industry: Sports and Business
The legend of the American Professional League Michael Jordan He became a billionaire through his partnership with Nike Jordan brandWhich is born Billions of revenues annually. His investments in Sports concessions (Charlotte Hornz, NASCAR) and real estate Pay it to more billionaire.
9. Patrice Moses – 2.8 billion dollars
Industry: mining and financing
Patrice Musib, a South African billionaireHe built his wealth through African rainbow minerals, The mining company specializes in gold, platinum and minerals. It is also The owner of Mamelodi SundownsOne of the best football clubs in Africa.
10. Jay Z-2.5 billion dollars
Industry: music and business
Jay Zz built his wealth behind music through Business investments in alcohol. for him Music catalog, real estate and technical investments He strengthened his billionaire position.
11. Adebayo Ogunlesi – $ 2.3 billion
Industry: infrastructure and financing
Adebayo Ogunlesi is CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)And it is a company that owns and runs Airports, seaports and energy companies around the world. He played an important role in Global infrastructure development.
12. Vimi Otidola – $ 1.7 billion
Industry: Energy and Finance
Femi otedola achieved its billions Trading oil and bank investments. His company, Petroleum and gas xenHe played a major role in The energy sector in Nigeria.
13. Magic Johnson – 1.6 billion dollars
Industry: Sports and Business
Magic Johnson moved from The American Professional League star To the business pole, and invest in Sports concessions, real estate and entertainment companies. The share of its ownership in Washington leaders (NFL) Help in consolidating his billionaire position.
14. Masiyiwa seek – $ 1.8 billion
Industry: wireless and wireless communications
The foundations of Masiyiwa ECONET wirelessOne of the largest Africa Telecom companies. His investments in Solar energy, Fintech, and the media His wealth expanded.
15. Rihanna – $ 1.4 billion
Industry: music, fashion and beauty
Rihanna has become a billionaire through Fenty Beauty and Savage x FentyMakeup and underwear marks. Her works are born Hundreds of millions annually.
16. Tyler Perry – $ 1.4 billion
Industry: movies and television
Tyler Perry owns Tyler Perry StudiosProducing wonderful films and TV programs. He made his independent ownership model one of Hollywood The richest entrepreneurs.
17. Top Awotona – $ 1.4 billion
Industry: Technology and Programs
founder calendarTop Awotona built a billion dollars in its wealth through Technology innovation Automation of business.
18. Junior Bridgman – $ 1.4 billion
Industry: Privileges and Distribution
Former American Professional League player, Junior Bridgmann Invested in Fast food concessions and Coca-ColaBuilding a vast action empire.
19. Tiger Woods – $ 1.3 billion
Industry: golf and support
Tiger Woods built his fortune through Golf and Golf Awards and Golf Stadium.
20. Mohamed Ibrahim – $ 1.3 billion
Industry: wireless and wireless communications
British Sudanese billionaire Mo Ibrahim Make Mobile communications and Charitable work.
21. Liberon James – $ 1.2 billion
Industry: basketball and investments
LeBron James expanded his wealth through Springhill Entertainment, sports investments, and support.
22. Michael Lee Chen-1.2 billion dollars
Industry: financing and investments
Jamaican billionaire Michael Lee Chen He built his wealth in Banking funds and investment funds
Final ideas
from Entrepreneurs in the field of technology to sports myths and industrial purposesThese are 22 black billionaires Proof that wealth can be built across Multiple industries around the world. Their trips highlight strength Innovation, investment and flexibility.
Who will be next to joining this exclusive list? Only the time will be told.
