Inside the Homes of the World’s Richest Black People

Robert F. Smith, Michael Jordan and Patrice Motsepe are just a few of the successful Black businessmen who have homes that will blow your mind.

The only thing we love more than looking at beautiful homes is looking at beautiful homes owned by successful Black millionaires and billionaires. We’re always introducing you to Black people who are making power moves on the court, on the screen and in the boardroom. Now, let’s take a look at some the amazing places they call home. These Black billionaire’s homes will blow your mind.

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Inside Lenny Kravitz’s Jaw-Dropping Paris Mansion

Patrice Motsepe

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President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe has an estimated net worth of nearly three billion dollars and was the first black African on the Forbes list.

Patrice Motsepe

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A beautiful oasis, his Cape Town, South Africa crib has stunning views all around.

Mike Adenuga

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With an estimated net worth of nearly seven billion dollars, Nigerian businessman Mike Adenuga is one of the second richest men in the country.

Mike Adenuga

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His massive Banana Island estate in Lagos includes nine duplexes, an indoor swimming pool and a private heliport.

LeBron James

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The NBA superstar owns a massive 15,000 square foot mansion in Los Angeles that is worth over $23 million.

LeBron James

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In addition to 8 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, there is a stunning chef’s kitchen with glam features like a marble backsplash, brass fixtures and a herringbone oak floor.

Michael Jordan

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NBA superstar Michael Jordan’s massive mansion in Highland Park, Illinois was custom designed on a seven-acre lot.

Michael Jordan

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Once you get past the grand entrance, there are nine bedrooms and 19 bathrooms. Imagine the parties you could have here!

Strive Masiyiwa

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Zimbabwe-born billionaire Strive Masiyiwa is the founder and chairman of Econet Wireless Global Ltd.

Strive Masiyiwa

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With nine bedrooms, ten bathrooms and over 12,000 square feet of space, his Zimbabwe home is the perfect place to unwind.

Robert F. Smith

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Businessman Robert F. Smith owns this amazing four-bedroom, five-bathroom Malibu mansion near some other billionaire ballers, including Hard Rock Cafe cofounder Peter Morton.

Robert F. Smith

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The open concept floor plan and high ceilings makes this place look massive – and check out the amazing ocean view!

Aiko Dangote

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With a net worth of over 13 billion dollars, Aliko Dangote, president and chief executive officer of Dangote Group is one of the richest Black men in the world.

Aiko Dangote

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His 30 million-dollar mansion in Banana Island, Lagos, Nigeria is an impressive palace decorated with fine art and luxurious furniture and accessories.

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