This podcast episode explores the inspiring journey of Patrice Motsepe, who rose from a boy facing the challenges of apartheid in South Africa to become the nation's first black billionaire. It highlights his struggles with racial segregation and limited access to education, as well as his shift from law to the mining sector during a time of significant political change. By founding African Rainbow Minerals, Motsepe took advantage of Black Economic Empowerment policies, achieving remarkable success while navigating the controversies that accompanied them. The conversation also covers his philanthropic work and lasting legacy, painting a portrait of a complex figure who embodies the tension between wealth and social responsibility in today’s world.
