4. Mamphela Ramphele
Mamphela Ramphele is an influential woman regarded as one of the wealthiest black South Africans. Her birth came about in the South African region of Limpopo. She was trained as a medical doctor but she further engages in several other spheres of activity. Previously, she served in the field of politics but as of now, she is best known as a successful businesswoman. Besides her business role, Mamphela Ramphele is highly commended for her role as an anti-apartheid activist. During her time on the political floor of South Africa, Mamphela Ramphele was the party leader of Agang SA. Also in previous times, she served as the chairperson of Goldfield’s Limited as well as the Managing Director of World Bank.
At the moment, Mamphela Ramphele serves on the boards of directors of top organizations including Standard Bank, Medi-Clinic, Transnet and Anglo American. Having found her way into this list of South Africa’s richest black women, Mamphela Ramphele’s net worth is valued in excess of R55 million.