Top CEO

Aliko Dangote
    Aliko Dangote

    (Dangote Group)

    Aliko Dangote is CEO of Dangote Group, Africa's largest conglomerate with interests in cement and sugar. As Africa's richest man, he’s recognized globally and leads major philanthropic efforts through the Dangote Foundation.

    Nassef Sawiris
      Nassef Sawiris

      (OCI N.V.)

      He is a global leader in nitrogen-based fertilizers and industrial chemicals. He is one of Egypt's wealthiest individuals and influential in global business. His leadership has earned OCI N.V. recognition for sustainability and innovation.

      Patrice Motsepe
        Patrice Motsepe

        (African Rainbow Minerals)

        Patrice Motsepe is the first black billionaire in Africa. He has diversified into banking and financial services. Motsepe has been named South Africa’s Business Leader of the Year and focuses on philanthropy through the Motsepe Foundation.

        Mohamed Mansour
          Mohamed Mansour

          (Mansour Group)

          Mohamed Mansour, Chairman of Mansour Group, oversees one of Egypt’s largest conglomerates with global operations in automotive, retail, and logistics. Recognized by Forbes, he is among Africa’s most influential businessmen.

          Abdulsamad Rabiu
            Abdulsamad Rabiu

            (BUA Group)

            Abdulsamad Rabiu is CEO of BUA Group, a Nigerian conglomerate in cement, sugar, and real estate. Named African Industrialist of the Year, he is recognized for his contributions to infrastructure development and job creation.

            Ralph Mupita
              Ralph Mupita

              (MTN Group)

              Ralph Mupita, CEO of MTN Group, has expanded Africa's largest telecom operator's digital services and mobile money platforms. He's known for navigating challenging regulatory environments and driving growth in emerging markets.

              Sim Tshabalala
                Sim Tshabalala

                (Standard Bank Group)

                Sim Tshabalala is the CEO of Standard Bank Group, Africa's largest financial institution by assets. He spearheaded the bank’s digital transformation and growth across the continent, earning him the title of Banker of the Year in Africa.

                Strive Masiyiwa
                  Strive Masiyiwa

                  (Econet Group)

                  Strive Masiyiwa is the founder and CEO of Econet Group, a prominent telecom and tech company. He is recognized for promoting digital inclusion across Africa and was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people globally.

                  Tewolde Gebremariam
                    Tewolde Gebremariam

                    (Ethiopian Airlines)

                    Ralph Mupita, CEO of MTN Group, has expanded Africa's largest telecom operator's digital services and mobile money platforms. He's known for navigating challenging regulatory environments and driving growth in emerging markets.

                    James Mwangi
                      James Mwangi

                      (Equity Bank Group)

                      James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Bank Group, has led digital banking efforts in East Africa and was recognized as African Banker of the Year for his significant contributions to regional economic development.

                      Bolaji Agbede
                        Bolaji Agbede

                        (Acces Bank)

                        Bolaji Olaitan Agbede is a Nigerian banker and corporate executive who is the acting managing director and group CEO of Access Holdings since 12 February 2024, following the death of Herbert Wigwe.

                        Koos Bekker
                          Koos Bekker

                          (Naspers)

                          Koos Bekker is a South African billionaire businessman, and the chairman of media group Naspers. The company operates in 130 countries and is listed on the London and Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

                          Gerhardus Fourie
                            Gerhardus Fourie

                            (Capitec Bank)

                            Gerhardus Metselaar Fourie is the CEO and Executive Director of Capitec Bank Holdings Ltd. and its subsidiary, Capitec Bank Ltd. He also serves on the boards of Mer Pastcomp Ltd. and Cream Finance Holdings Ltd.

                            Bolaji Agbede
                              Bolaji Agbede

                              (Acces Bank)

                              Bolaji Olaitan Agbede is a Nigerian banker and corporate executive who is the acting managing director and group CEO of Access Holdings since 12 February 2024, following the death of Herbert Wigwe.

                              Koos Bekker
                                Koos Bekker

                                (Naspers)

                                Koos Bekker is a South African billionaire businessman, and the chairman of media group Naspers. The company operates in 130 countries and is listed on the London and Johannesburg Stock Exchange.