According to Forbes' 2026 ranking of Africa's wealthiest families, three Moroccan business dynasties—Benjelloun, Akhannouch, and Sefrioui—have secured positions in the top 10. The list, published in May 2026, highlights the growing economic influence of North African families on the continent.
The Benjelloun family, led by Othman Benjelloun, chairman of BMCE Bank, is ranked among the top five with an estimated net worth of $2.5 billion. The Akhannouch family, headed by businessman and politician Aziz Akhannouch, follows closely with a fortune of $2 billion, primarily from the Akwa Group conglomerate. The Sefrioui family, led by Anas Sefrioui of the Addoha Group, is also in the top 10 with $1.8 billion.
Forbes notes that Africa now has nine billionaire families as of May 22, 2026, with the combined wealth of the top 10 exceeding $20 billion. The ranking is based on publicly available data, including stock holdings and business valuations.
