Africa is a great continent whose massive growth has been evident over the years.
Interestingly, some of these wealthy people in Africa are women.
These women have managed to grow their wealth and, at the same time, develop their countrys economy.
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Today, they are behind some of the most successful business brands across the world.
Here is a detailed list of some of the richest women in the world.
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Find out who tops the list when it comes to wealthy women in Africa.
Isabel has been rated as the richest woman in Africa by Forbes.
She is believed to be the backbone of various companies in both Angola and Portugal.
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The beauty has shares in the Angolan cement company Ciminvest as well as the Banco Africano de Investimentos.
She also has more than 14 per cent of major stakes in Portuguese media conglomerate Zon multimedia.
Folorunsho Alakija - $1.54 billion
Alakija is a renowned fashion designer and executive director of FAMFA OIL.
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She is also the director of the Rose of Sharon Group.
In 1993, her oil company was awarded by then President Ibrahim Babbangida an oil license.
She is one of the wealthiest women in Africa.
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She has amassed for herself massive wealth throughout the years.
Her businesses are cut across real estate, finance, farming, education, hospitality, and insurance.
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She is also a famous fashionista in Nigeria.
She kick-started her career at the Central Bank of Nigeria where she served as an auditor.
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She is the founder of Bolmus Group International, which deals with real estate, oil, and banking.
She is a board member of Unity Bank PLC and deeply involved in photography and communication businesses.
The beautiful woman is also a board member of the National Economic Partnership for Africa Development.
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Wendy Appelbaum $259.3 million
Wendy Appelbaum is the richest woman in South Africa.
She was born in 1962 to Donald Gordon, a South African billionaire.
She took up the role of directorship from her father’s company, Liberty Investors.
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The company is an insurance and real estate firm.
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Wendy Ackerman $190.2 million
Wendy Ackerman is one of the richest women in South Africa.
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She is famous for her numerous and thriving retail business ventures.
She is also a proud non-executive director of Pick N Pay Holdings Limited.
The company has outlets in various countries such as Mozambique, Nigeria, Zambia, Australia, and Namibia.
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She also runs the Ackerman Family Trust.
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She was also the executive director at MTN.
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She started her film company, Denver & Delilah Films.
Today, she resides in Los Angeles.
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The firm deals in gold, uranium, coal, chrome mining, platinum, and exploration.
Her career kick-started as a miner before starting her company.
She hails from one of the richest family in South Africa.
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She is the loving wife to South Africas Justice Minister Jeff Radebe.
In 2008, she was named the International Businessperson of the Year Award.
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Njeri Rionge - $100 million
According to Forbes, the beauty is a serial entrepreneur.
She lives between Kenya and Toronto, and she has built an empire through hard work and determination.
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She is the brains behind Wananchi Online, an internet service provider across East Africa.
She is also the founder of Business Lounge, a startup business that aids new businesses to thrive.
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She is a partner at Kimani & Michuki Advocates since 1997.
She is also a partner at TWB Attorneys, a commercial law firm.
In 2011, she replaced her father as the non-executive chairman of Octodec.
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Elisabet Bradley - $32 million
Elisabet Bradley has had successful investments in notable companies.
She also holds other prominent positions such as the chairman of Wesco Investments South Africa andvice-chairman of ToyotaSouth Africa.
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Liya Kebede - $18 million
The gorgeous model was born in Ethiopia, where she grew up.
The model has worked in both New York and Paris.
Tabitha Karanja - $14 million
This is the iconic woman behind Keroche Industries in Kenya.
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She is a successful businesswoman who was born in Kenya.
She is the chief executive officer of Keroche Breweries.
Her husband, Joseph Karanja, is also her business partner.
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They started their company in 1997, and today, they have grown an empire.
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Lupita Nyongo - $8 million
The gorgeous actress hails from Kenya.
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Lupita earlier worked as a production assistant on various films.
The beauty won an Oscar for her supporting role in the film12 Years as a Slave.
Today, she is a highly sought-after actress.
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Tiwa Savage - $5 million
Tiwa hails from Nigeria, and she is a famous Nigerian pop star.
She has made a name for herself both here in Africa and also internationally.
She appeared on the UKsThe X Factor,where she made it to the final 24 contestants.
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Currently, she is signed by Jay-Zs Roc Nation label, which has seen her engaging in international collaborations.
She is also actively involved in philanthropic acts, especially on youth development.
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Sophie Okonedo - $5 million
She is a famous actress with a Nigerian descent.
She attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, where she majored in acting.
She has since worked in film and television and has appeared in different roles.
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Her performance in Hotel Rwanda won her an Academy Award Nomination.
She was also awarded a Golden Globe nomination for her remarkable performance in the seriesTsunami: The Aftermath.
Bethlehem Alemu - $5 million
The beauty was born in Ethiopia.
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She founded soleRebels, a popular footwear company across Africa.
She has a passion for changing Africa from poverty to prosperity.
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Yemi Alade - $4.2 million
The famous pop star musician hails from Abia State, Nigeria.
She hit the headlines with her songJohnnyin 2009.
She has appeared in many films and movies, which has brought her recognition.
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Her role in the movieBlack Pantheras Okoye made her a world-renowned star.
Chipo enrolled at Londons Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has appeared on both television and theatre.
Carmen Ejogo - $3 million
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She hosted theSaturday Disneyduring her teenage years.
She made her debut in acting in 2000 after she appeared in the filmLoves Labours Lost.
Since then, she has appeared in various films and movies.
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Omawumi Megbele - $2 million
The singer was born in Delta State in Nigeria.
Today, she is a successful singer, actress, and songwriter.
She graduated from the University of Nairobi with a degree in Mass Communication in December 2014.
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