The next few years are expected to redraw parts of the global wealth map in ways that don’t always match familiar economic narratives. Some of the fastest movement in billionaire populations is forecast outside the usual Western centres, with shifts tied to capital inflows, policy changes, tech expansion, and regional investment cycles.

South Africa is projected to see a 40% increase in billionaires, from 10 in 2026 to 14 by 2031, according to Knight Franks Wealth Report

The next few years are expected to redraw parts of the global wealth map in ways that don’t always match familiar economic narratives. Some of the fastest movement in billionaire…