Johann Rupert
Johann Rupert is a prominent South African businessman and the chairman of Richemont, a luxury goods company known for brands such as Cartier and Montblanc. He has played a significant role in the global luxury market and is recognized for his strategic investments and business acumen. In 2025, he ranked second on the Forbes list of African billionaires with a net worth of $14 billion, reflecting a substantial increase from the previous year. Rupert's influence extends beyond business; he is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and the arts, contributing to various initiatives aimed at fostering cultural development in South Africa.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Tanzania | 2 | 8.50 | 0.35% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 207,410 | $63,000 | 219$ |
| Ghana | 1 | 8.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 38,173 | $67,000 | 82$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,594 | $700,000 | 452$ |
| Totals | 4 | 99,461,780 | 251,177 | $830,000 | 753$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Tanzania:
Johann Rupert holds the second spot, courtesy of his role as chairman of Compagnie Financière Richemont.
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Switzerland:
Johann Rupert is the chairman of the supervisory board of Richemont.
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Ghana:
Johann Rupert has a net worth of $11.1 billion from luxury goods through Richemont.
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Tanzania:
South African luxury goods magnate Johann Rupert claims second place with $14 billion.
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