Richest black women in the world

Here are some of the richest black women in the world, based on Forbes' estimates of their net worth:

  1. Oprah Winfrey - Net worth: $2.6 billion

Media executive, actress, talk show host, and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey is one of the most successful black women in the world. She is the founder of the Oprah Winfrey Network and has produced several successful films and television shows.

  1. Folorunsho Alakija - Net worth: $1.5 billion

Nigerian businesswoman Folorunsho Alakija is the richest black woman in the world, according to Forbes. She is the founder of the oil and gas company Famfa Oil and has a stake in the Nigerian oil industry.

  1. Sheila Johnson - Net worth: $1.1 billion

American businesswoman Sheila Johnson is the co-founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and has a net worth of over $1 billion. She is also a philanthropist and has donated to several charitable causes.

  1. Cathy Hughes - Net worth: $800 million

American businesswoman Cathy Hughes is the founder of Radio One, a media company that owns several radio stations and television networks. She is also the founder of the TV One cable network.

  1. Janice Bryant Howroyd - Net worth: $600 million

American businesswoman Janice Bryant Howroyd is the founder of ActOne Group, a staffing and human resources company. She is also a philanthropist and has donated to several charitable causes.

  1. Sheila Edwards-Sigley - Net worth: $500 million

American businesswoman Sheila Edwards-Sigley is the founder of the real estate company, Edwards-Sigley Properties. She is also a philanthropist and has donated to several charitable causes.

  1. Madam C.J. Walker - Net worth: $400 million (estimated)

American entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker was a pioneer in the hair care industry and built a business empire in the early 20th century. Her net worth is estimated to be over $400 million.

  1. Bobbi Brown - Net worth: $300 million

American businesswoman Bobbi Brown is the founder of the cosmetics company Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. She is also a philanthropist and has donated to several charitable causes.

  1. Angela Benton - Net worth: $200 million

American businesswoman Angela Benton is the founder of the technology company, Black Web 2.0. She is also a philanthropist and has donated to several charitable causes.

  1. Lisa Nichols - Net worth: $150 million

American businesswoman Lisa Nichols is the founder of the education company, Motivating the Masses. She is also a motivational speaker and has written several bestselling books.

Note: The net worth figures mentioned above are estimates and may vary depending on the source.