Cyril Ramaphosa Net Worth
Famous South African politician Cyril Ramaphosa is a very rich men. His net worth is about $700 million as of 2015. He owns luxurious house in Hyde Park, Johannesburg. Ramaphosa is a founder of Shanduka Group. This company is active in many areas, including banking and energy sectors. Let’s take a more in-depth look on his life and success.
Ramaphosa was born 17 November 1952 in Soweto, Johannesburg. While studying at the university, young Cyril already took interest in politics and joined several political organizations. He holds a college degree in law from University of South Africa. His political career kept rising and he was an important figure in negotiations that led to the end of apartheid in South Africa.
In 2014, Ramaphosa was named Deputy President of South Africa. So far the peak of his stellar political career. But he’s very active in business as well. His Shanduka Group has invested huge amount of money into several sectors, keeping nicely diversified portfolio. Ramaphosa also holds honorary doctorates from several African universities.
With his latest function, Ramaphosa is entitled to use large mansion in Victorian style in Pretoria as a full-time residence. However, he decided to stay with his family in his own luxury property that he owns in Hyde Park. Today, he’s one of the richest men in South Africa.
