Africas richest man Aliko Dangote has started 2026 with a 410 million gain, raising his net worth to 30.4 billion. After closing 2025 at 30 billion, the increase reinforces his position as the only African billionaire worth more than 30 billion and the only Black billionaire to cross that threshold, thus reflecting the continued gains in his business empire.
Bloombergs real-time data shows Dangotes wealth rising in early January, reflecting investor confidence in his core businesses. His net worth has surged to 30.4 billion. The Dangote Group, Africas largest manufacturing conglomerate, spans cement, sugar, salt and energy.
Dangote Cement gains lift net worth
