As-salāmu ʿalaykum, dear friend! Come, sit with me under this tree of wealth, and let us speak like two brothers (or sisters) with a shared pulse of Africa running through our hearts. Today, I take you on a rich journey—no sugarcoating, pure and vibrant—into the lives of Egypt’s wealthiest, as of 2025. Ten men whose pockets are deep, yes, but whose stories are deeper—woven in family sagas, entrepreneurial grit, and continent-shaping vision. Just like me talking to you over steaming jollof, let’s share these stories heart to heart.

1. Nassef Sawiris — The Sultan of Construction and Fertilizer

Nassef stands tall at the top. His net worth is estimated between US $8.8 billion and $9.6 billion, according to Forbes in 2024 and as of mid-2025. Another take pegs him at $9.6B. Nassef runs OCI, one of the world's top nitrogen fertilizer producers, and has powerful stakes in Adidas—over 5 percent—and a seat on its board. He now co-owns Aston Villa Football Club, a dream for many of us. Amid family legacy and global influence, he moves his base from London to Abu Dhabi, citing tax fairness and stability in the Gulf as reasons.

2. Naguib Sawiris — Telecom Maestro Turned Gold Investor

Brother to Nassef, Naguib holds a fortune I now see reported as US $5 billion in mid-2025 . But hold on—values shift quickly: today, his wealth is estimated at $9.25 billion, thanks to booming gold and private investments. That’s a leap, my friend! Backed by his telecom empire, his ventures now include mining and media. Naguib is a survivor, preacher of bold investments, blending tradition with daring innovation.

3. Mohamed Mansour — The Diversified Conglomerate Boss

A stalwart in business, Sir Mohamed Mansour—the third Big Man—earns his wealth through the Mansour Group, spanning automotive, retail, and finance. Forbes pegs him at US $3.3–3.4 billion in late 2024/2025. His group is massive—worth about $6 billion in revenues—and he once served Egypt as Minister of Transportation. A man of both boardrooms and public service—archetypal African success.

4. Youssef Mansour — Consumer Goods & Supermarkets

Brother to Mohamed, Youssef heads the consumer side: supermarket chain “Metro,” L’Oréal distribution, retail—all of that. His net worth is around $1.4–1.5 billion. Solid, steady, and rooted in everyday life—food on our table, beauty in our homes.

5. Yasseen Mansour — Real Estate and Development

The youngest Mansour brother, Yasseen helps steer Palm Hills Developments, one of Egypt’s biggest real-estate developers. His fortune sits at about $1.2 billion. He carries the legacy forward with bricks and concrete, shaping skyline and skyline possibilities.

While the top five are known as the official billionaires, we cannot ignore brothers in wealth and legacy who hover just below—or simply won't let us forget them.

6. Samih Sawiris

Brother to Nassef and Naguib, Samih made his mark in resorts—Orascom Development builds luxury destinations in Egypt, Montenegro, Switzerland. Forbes once valued him at $850 million.

7. Hisham Talaat Moustafa

The real-estate tycoon behind Madinaty, El Rehab, and major hotels like the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh. Once embroiled in scandal, today pardoned and powerful again, he’s central in shaping Egypt’s urban future—and eyed in a controversial hotel sale worth $800 million.

Others, like Shafik Gabr (arts and logistics) or Raouf Ghabbour (auto sector), or industrial names like El Sewedy or Oriental Weavers, hover at millions—not billions—but their story reminds us that wealth in Egypt is broad and textured.

Summary Table — Top 10 Wealthiest Egyptians (2025)

Observations

1. Family is at the heart of Egyptian wealth.
   Look at the Sawiris and Mansour dynasties—strength in sibling unity, empire in shared blood.

2. Diversification is key.
   These business men move in many directions—Nassef from construction to sports shoes, Yasseen from retail to real estate, Naguib from telecom to mining. That’s smart.

3. Legacy + Modernity = Influence.
   Assets like Madinaty or Aston Villa give them real power, shaping cities and hearts alike.

4. Resilience under pressure.
   Hisham’s fall and rise. Nassef relocating from the UK. These stories reflect African strength, identity, adaptation.

Conclusion

Dear reader, we have walked the sands of Cairo and the boardrooms of multinational giants. Egypt’s wealthiest are not just figures; they are storytellers—telling of African dreams, family legacies, resilience, boldness. Each one carries a piece of the continent’s hope, ambition, and complexity.

If you ask me, these wealthiest Egyptians speak to our broader African narrative: a tapestry of shared heritage, innovation in face of challenge, and the unquenchable hope that we too might rise—whether our fortunes are counted in millions, billion, or in the strength of our character.

Thank you for walking with me—let’s keep this fire burning and the conversation alive. Until next time, my brother, my sister—may your path be rich in purpose, not just in wealth.