
End of an era for South African billionaire
The R475 billion sale of a business serving chefs and grocery store owners across the US marks the culmination of a tumultuous, seven-decade career for South African billionaire Nathan Kirsh.
TUESDAY, 21 APRIL 2026, 10:46

The R475 billion sale of a business serving chefs and grocery store owners across the US marks the culmination of a tumultuous, seven-decade career for South African billionaire Nathan Kirsh.

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