This archive report was first published on 21 April 2020.
Published on April 21, 2020, Aliko Dangote, the wealthiest man in Africa, has a net worth of over USD 18 billion.
His wealth is a result of diversified industrial projects, including food processing and cement making, which have positioned him for long-term success.
Unlike many people who earn a monthly salary, Dangote has an alternative source of income from investments, a strategy employed by successful individuals like Chris Brown and Nairobi Senator Mike Sonko.
As the Forbes Africa Person Of The Year, Dangote's wealth and influence have earned him a circle of entrepreneur friends and powerful business leaders.
With a net worth of over Ksh 3 billion, his house is a testament to his success, featuring an ostentatious design that reflects his status as one of Africa's most successful businessmen.
As he once told Africa Cradle, 'They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It is where the meals are created – it fuels the bodies, minds and souls of friends and families all over the world.'
