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Nine yachts Africa’s wealthiest people have owned

If you had all the money in the world, what type of yacht would you buy?

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Would it be a $65-million Benetti B .NOW 68M, a $25-million 141-footer Mangusta Oceano 42, or a more subtle $5-million Sunseeker 76?

When it comes to splurging on yachts, African billionaires are not as brazen as some of their foreign counterparts.

For context: Roman Abramovich’s new superyacht, Solaris , costs an estimated $600 million. Another, lesser billionaire, vodka tycoon Yuri Shefler, who is worth $2.4 billion, according to Forbes, once owned Serene , a superyacht which he sold off in 2015 to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman for a reported $550 million. The most expensive yacht ever owned by an African billionaire is arguably Illusion ­– formerly called Galactica Star – previously owned by Nigerian fugitive oil tycoon Kola Aluko. And it was reportedly worth $50 million .

Here are nine yachts that have been owned by some of Africa’s richest people of all time – some living, others, dead.

Former owner: Isabel dos Santos, Angolan

The 49.8-meter superyacht Hayken is a custom-built Heesen yacht owned by troubled Angolan billionaire Isabel dos Santos. She reportedly acquired the yacht from London property developer Christian Candy. Hayken sports an aluminium superstructure and hydrodynamic hull that allows her to sail with minimal fuel consumption. Its exterior was designed by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects and its interior by Francesco Paszkowski. The naval architecture of the yacht was designed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects. Hayken offers accommodation for up to 12 guests across five staterooms with ensuites and a luxurious master suite. Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines, Hayken can reach a maximum speed of 23 knots and she cruises at 17 knots.

Owner: Gabriele Volpi, Nigerian

Boadicea is owned by Italian-Nigerian billionaire Gabriele Volpi, founder of Orlean Invest. The 76.6-meter yacht was initially built by Amels of Netherlands for Australian media mogul Reg Grundy. It has a beam of 14 meters, a draft of 4.2 meters and a volume of 2,191 GT. She can accommodate 16 guests and a crew of 23. She is powered by two Caterpillar engines. Boadicea can reach a maximum speed of 15 knots and a cruise speed of 13 knots.

Owner: King Mohammed VI, Moroccan

Badis I is owned by King Mohammed VI of Morocco. The 229.8-foot/70-meter custom-sail yacht was built by Perini Navi in Italy. The interior was designed by PHDesign to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in six cabins, which include a master suite, two VIP staterooms and three double cabins. She also has the capacity to carry up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Powered by 2 MTU (16V 2000 M72) 1,930-horsepower diesel engines and propelled by her twin screw propellers sailing yacht, Badis I is capable of a top speed of 17.5 knots, and comfortably cruises at 12.5 knots when powered by her engines.

Illusion, formerly known as Galactica Star

Former owner: Kola Aluko , Nigerian

Illusion, formerly known as Galactica Star, is a 65-meter/213-foot motor yacht built by Heesen. It was built for long-range cruising, with a 4,200 nautical mile range at 14 knots and a fast cruise speed in the range of 28 knots. The custom-built interior was designed by Bannenberg & Rowel and offers accommodation for up to six guests in 12 cabins, which comprises one master, one VIP and four double staterooms. Galactica Star was delivered to controversial Nigerian oil tycoon Kola Aluko in 2013, but it was seized and sold in 2019 by the U.S. government following a court-ordered seizure of Aluko’s assets due to possible connections to a continuing Nigerian oil corruption case. It was subsequently purchased by American businessman David McKenzie, head of Associated Television International.

Former owner: Mohammed Al-Fayed, Egyptian

Sokar is a luxury yacht once owned by Egyptian billionaire Mohammed Al-Fayed, the founder of Harrods department store in Knightsbridge. The 63.7-meter motor yacht was built by the Italian superyacht yard Codecasa in steel and aluminium to a design by naval architect Vincenzo Ruggiero. The yacht’s extensive accommodation provides for 18 guests in a master suite and eight double staterooms, all with en suite bathroom facilities. She is equipped with two 3,760 horsepower engines. The yacht also has a beam of 10.4 meters and a draft of 3.9 meters. Sokar was renamed Bash by its current owner, who acquired it in 2021.

Former owner: Deinde Fernandez, Nigerian

Hud Hud, formerly called Yemoja is a motor yacht with a length of 46.9 meters. It has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure and was built by Dutch shipmaker Feadship who delivered the yacht in 1994. Its first owner was the late Nigerian billionaire Deinde Fernandez. The yacht features exterior and interior design by De Voogt Naval Architects and Larvor, respectively, with naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects. Its features include a beam of 8.6 meters, a draft of 2.75 meters and a volume of 558 GT. It accommodates up to eight guests and 10 crew members, including the captain. The yacht Hud Hud has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. She is powered by two Caterpillar Inc engines, which give her a cruising speed of 13.0 knots and a top speed of 14.5 knots.

Owner: Femi Otedola, Nigerian

Nana is a Sunseeker Predator 108 motor yacht owned by Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola, the chairman of Geregu Power. The 32.91-meter motor yacht has a beam of 6.3 meters, a draft of 1.2 meters and a volume of 142 GT. It can accommodate up to eight guests and four crew members. Nana has a grp hull and grp superstructure. She is powered by three MTU engines, which give her a cruising speed of 28 knots and a top speed of 42 knots. The yacht carries 11,000 liters of fuel onboard, and 1,800 liters  of water. Nana is capable of a top speed of 42 knots, and comfortably cruises at 28 knots.

Owner: Naguib Sawiris, Egyptian

Yalla, built by CRN Yacht, is owned by Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris. The 73-meter yacht can accommodate 12 guests in six suites, and she has facilities for 22 crew members. Her interior was designed by Droulers Architecture, while her exterior was designed by Omega Architects. The yacht is powered by two Caterpillar engines, which bring her a top speed of 18.5 knots. Her cruise speed is 13 knots.

Owner: Aliko Dangote, Nigerian

Africa’s richest man is the owner of a Sunseeker Predator 108-foot motor yacht christened, “Mariya.” Mariya is designed to comfortably accommodate up to eight guests overnight in four cabins, comprising a master suite, one VIP stateroom and two twin cabins. Mariya is capable of a top speed of 44 knots and comfortably cruises at 30 knots.

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Samih Sawiris – The Egyptian-Montenegrin Billionaire

Samih Sawiris is not an ambitious man who went out looking for success, rather it came looking for him.

However, he was so resolute and steadfast in his will to see his company succeed. That he risked both his own personal finances and his reputation to prove his naysayers wrong.

His company OHD is the primary designer, developer, contractor, and marketing force behind the highly successful:

• El Gouna (Red Sea, Egypt)
• Taba Heights (Sinai, Egypt)
• Tala Bay (Aqaba, Jordan)
• The Cove (Ras El Khaimah, UAE) projects.

It has forged its own niche in the world by becoming the first private city developer to handle everything required to accomplish such a feat. 

Sawiris, an engineering graduate from the Technical University of Berlin. He’s content with his agencies and franchises whose activities ranged from selling engines to harbor equipment and also building boats. Conversely, El Gouna was only ever supposed to be a side activity, “to cater to friends and family.

Samih Sawiris Biography

Samih Onsi Sawiris born in 1957 is an Egyptian-Montenegrin businessman and billionaire. He’s the second of three sons of Onsi Sawiris to  Yousiriyya and Onsi Sawiris. 

His father, the son of a lawyer, founded a construction company in 1950, which became one of Egypt’s largest contractors, building roads and waterways along Egypt’s upper Nile region.

The business was nationalized in 1961 by President Gamal Abdel Nasser and renamed El Nasr Civil Works Company. Frustrated at being reduced to an employee at his own company, Onsi moved to Libya, where he built a new general contracting company.

After six years, relations between Libya and Egypt were fraying and Onsi moved back to Egypt where he started anew for the third time, founding Orascom Construction Industries.

Through partnerships with international companies working on local projects, Orascom grew to be one of the largest private builders in Egypt by the mid-1990s.

Samih joined the family business in 1980 after receiving his Engineering Diploma in Engineering Management from the Technical University of Berlin.

At Orascom, Samih helped expand the company’s operations into developments and hotels. It had split into three separate operating companies by 1990: Orascom Telecom, headed by Naguib, Orascom Development and Hotels, led by himself, and Orascom Construction Industries, overseen by the youngest, Nassef.

Samih has served as CEO and chairman of Orascom Development Holding AG since its incorporation. He became a Montenegrin citizen in 2011. In 2011 he took a 12.5% stake in Swiss football club FC Luzern.

In December 2019, he acquired Thomas Cook Germany through his Raiffeisen Touristik (RT) Group, which he already bought 74.9% of its shares in 2014.

Samih Sawiris Companies

He founded National Marine Boat Factory, followed by Orascom Projects for Touristic Development in 1996 and Orascom Hotels and Development in 1998; the latter two companies later merged to form Orascom Development Holding AG.

He’s the founder and Chairman of Orascom Development Holding (ODH.SW), a Swiss-incorporated company listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange (SIX).

Orascom Development is a leading developer of fully integrated destinations that include hotels, private villas, and apartments, leisure facilities such as golf courses, marinas, and supporting infrastructure. 

Orascom Development’s diversified portfolio of destinations is spread over nine jurisdictions (Switzerland, Egypt, Montenegro, Oman, UAE, Jordan, and Morocco).

The Group currently owns 35 hotels, with 8,135 guestrooms and over 1,000 rooms under development in different countries. ODH operates eight destinations; Andermatt in Switzerland, Four in Egypt: El Gouna, Taba Heights, Haram City, and Makadi; The Cove in the United Arab Emirates and Jebel Sifah and Salalah Beach in Oman.

His investments

Samih is a major shareholder of Orascom Construction Industries (OCI N.V.) a Dutch-based global producer of natural gas-based chemicals and engineering and construction contractor with projects and investments across Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

He is also a significant stakeholder in Lafarage (LG.FP); a world leader in building materials & major player in the cement, aggregates, and concrete industries, operating in 64 countries and listed on the Paris Stock Exchange.

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In addition, Samih is a member of the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development which was founded in April 2001, with an endowment from the Sawiris family, dedicated to social development.

Also, he’s one of the Board of Trustees of Zewail City. He is one of the International Board of Trustees at TU Berlin Campus El Gouna University and one of the International Advisory Board of YOU Foundation in Africa.

Samih Sawiris Net Worth

According to Forbes’ real-time estimates, Samih Sawiris has a net worth of around $1.2B, making him one of the richest persons in Egypt. He serves as the chairman of Orascom Development Holding, a conglomerate that develops tourism, real estate, and infrastructure initiatives.

Samih Sawiris Family

The Sawiris family are Egyptian Coptic Christians who own Orascom, a conglomerate spanning telecommunications, construction, tourism, industry, and technology.

In 2008, Forbes estimated the family’s net worth at US$36 billion. Onsi Sawiris’ three sons run various companies within the group. Naguib Sawiris (born 1954) Sami Sawiris (born 1957) Nasef Sawiris (born 1961).

Onsi Sawiris founded Orascom in 1950 and has grown into a conglomerate that includes Orascom Telecom Holding and Orascom Technology Solutions (OTS).

Industries (OCI) (Orascom Construction and Industry), Orascom Hotels and Development (OHD) (Orascom Hotels and Development), operated by Nassef Sawiris and Samih Sawiris.

Samih Sawiris Yacht

The Samih Sawiris yacht is owned by the Sawiris family. Egyptian billionaire and business tycoon, Samih Sawiris has been spotted on the yacht on several occasions.

Hence, people have started referring to the yacht as the Samih Sawiris yacht.

The yacht measures a total length of 46.7 meters. Its draft measures 2.85 meters in length, while the beam measures 8.5 meters in length. There are a total of 3 decks on the yacht, which makes it fairly large and spacious both on the exterior and interior.

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However, what’s worth noting is that the official name of this yacht is, Yalla. The identity of Samih Sawiris has been attached to the yacht. That’s why people know it as the Samih Sawiris yacht as opposed to the Yalla yacht.

The Sawiris family acquired this splendid superyacht in 2014 for a whopping $80 million. As a privately owned yacht, the possibility of chartering it is impossible.

Samih Sawiris Andermatt

The beginning of the Andermatt Swiss Alps sounds like a fairytale.

Samih Sawiris took a helicopter ride over the sleepy Swiss ski village of Andermatt in 2005. And he was struck by its remote wilderness.

The resort was only a 90-minute drive from Zurich. And yet it felt like a secret hidden in the mountains of Uri. It’s arguably the rugged country’s least discovered canton and immediately Samih saw the town’s potential.

From vision to realization

2005: First visit of Samih Sawiris to Andermatt

2007: Municipalities vote with 96 % “Yes”

2009: Ground-breaking The Chedi Andermatt

2012: Takeover of the cableways. Ground-breaking of the first apartment buildings

2013: Opening of The Chedi Andermatt. The five-star deluxe hotel The Chedi Andermatt opens. It is the new tourism project’s first hotel in Andermatt. Operations start on December 20, and the first guests arrive.

2015: Gurschen Flyer and golf course opening. The construction of the Gurschen Flyer on Gemsstock marks the first step in the modernization of the ski area in Andermatt. With the opening of the Andermatt Golf Course, Andermatt starts to become a year-round destination. The Scottish-like course winds more than six kilometers through the Ursern Valley. It meets international tournament standards, and is certified for its sustainability.

2016: The SkiArena gets bigger. Construction starts on the gondola from Andermatt up to Nätschen and further up to Gütsch. The lift is the first stage of the ski area expansion.

2018: The second hotel. The Radisson Blu Hotel Reussen and the Gotthard Residences were opened. Piazza Gottardo next to the hotel forms a new center in Andermatt Reuss. The linking of the Andermatt-Sedrun ski areas is celebrated with the opening of the Schneehüenerstock Express.

2019: Landmarks and milestones: Two gourmet restaurants at 2,340 meters above sea level open their doors. In Andermatt Reuss, 10 apartment buildings were completed. The Andermatt Concert Hall was opened.

2022: Vail Resorts. The world’s largest ski resort operator, Vail Resorts Inc., becomes the majority shareholder of Andermatt-Sedrun Sports AG. The aim is to become the Prime Alpine Destination with the Andermatt-Sedrun ski area.

Samih Sawiris has no doubt acquired quite a fortune and a legacy built to last for generations to come. He rewrote his life’s story from just another rich man’s heir to a symbol of wealth, business, and entertainment.

He shocked the world when he announced his decision to step down as chairman of Orascom Hotels and Development in 2022. Nevertheless, it is undeniable that he played a role in making Orascom Industries a diversified and successful conglomerate that employs over 100,000 thousand Egyptians.

His success is not based on just what he was given or even his social class. But it’s defined by what he did with what was given to him. 

If he could do it, anyone, despite their financial backgrounds, can. However, the right mindset and principles are important factors that shape great outcomes.

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All You Need to Know About Samih Sawiris Yacht

In the name of luxury superyachts, the Samih Sawiris yacht is one that needs proper attention. Owned by an Egyptian billionaire, the yacht carries a futuristic design and features an incredible interior that’s worth talking about. Therefore, in this article we shed some light on the details pertaining to the Samih Sawiris yacht.

Samih Sawiris yacht: Who owns the magnificent yacht?

The Samih Sawiris yacht is owned by the Sawiris family. Egyptian billionaire and business tycoon, Samih Sawiris has been spotted on the yacht on several occasions. Hence, people have started referring to the yacht as the Samih Sawiris yacht.

However, what’s worth noting is that the official name of this yacht is, Yalla. The identity of Samih Sawiris has been attached to the yacht, which is why people know it as the Samih Sawiris yacht as opposed to the Yalla yacht.

The Sawiris family acquired this splendid superyacht in 2014 for a whopping $80 million. As a privately owned yacht, the possibility of chartering it is impossible.

In addition to that, the astronomical price tag of the yacht is not something you might not be interested in. Therefore, you can book a yacht from our yacht rental, in order to indulge in the sublime experience of cruising on a luxurious superyacht.

Samih Sawiris yacht: A detailed insight into the yacht

As one of the most well-known yachts in the yachting community, it is important for other enthusiasts to understand the Samih Sawiris yacht in detail. Hence, we provide you a detailed insight into the Yalla yacht (Samih Sawiris yacht).

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The Samih Sawiris yacht measures a total length of 46.7 meters. Its draft measures 2.85 meters in length, while the beam measures 8.5 meters in length. There are a total of 3 decks on the yacht, which makes it fairly large and spacious both on the exterior and interior.

When it comes to the global ranking for the largest yachts in the world, the Yalla yacht takes up the 1280th position. Builder’s Hasseen yachts have stated that the Yalla superyacht is their 55th largest yacht. Hence, the Samish Sawiris yacht is a pretty sizable watercraft.

Designed by Omega Architects and Heesen Yachts, the Yalla yacht features a futuristic design cue. The yacht features a standard white exterior, which gives it a regal look and adds to its elegance.

Coming to the performance of the Samih Sawiris yacht, the vessel is powered by diesel MTU engines. There are a total of two 8V 4000 M70 model engines that power the yacht. It produces a combined horsepower of 3,152 hp and a total Kilowatt performance of 2,350 Kw.

The Samih Sawiris yacht can travel to a top speed of 17 knots and can cruise at a speed of 14 knots. Maintaining the average cruising speed, the Yalla yacht can achieve a total range of 3,500 nautical miles.

What’s also worth mentioning is that the fuel and water capacity of the vehicle combined with the engine configuration, helps deliver remarkable performance. The fuel capacity of the yacht is 15,850 gallons, while the water holding capacity is 4,490 gallons.

There’s very little that we know about the interior of the Samih Sawiris yacht. As a privately owned yacht, we haven’t had the opportunity to get an insight into it. However, based on certain reports we know that the materials and amenities used in the interior are of high quality.

Apart from the aspects we covered above, here are a few other essential details you must know about the Samih Sawiris yacht:

• Gross tonnage measure 498 GT
• 410 is the full load displacement measure
• Hull of the yacht is made of steel material
• The superstructure of the Yalla yacht is made of aluminum
• There are a total of 2 propellers on the yacht
• The hull configuration of the Samih Sawiris yacht is semi-displacement

Quick highlights of the Samih Sawiris yacht

Now that we have explored the Samih Sawiris yacht in detail, let’s take a quick look through all the essential details of the yacht.

Where is Samih Sawiris’ yacht now?

According to an AIS report the yacht Samih Sawiris is currently located at the Caribbean Sea. Sailing under the flag of Malta, the current cruising speed of the yacht is recorded at 0.6 knots.

Based on the data that we have derived, we know that the yacht had departed from the port of Barbuda, Antigua & Barbuda on 18th February. There is no clear sight on where the yacht is currently headed.

Samih Sawiris yacht: A billionaire’s superyacht

Owned by one of the wealthiest business family, the Yalla yacht or the Samih Sawiris yacht as it is known, is one that deserves all the attention. To bring yacht enthusiasts the details regarding this yacht, we have elaborated everything related to the features and specifications of this vessel.

You must understand that the Yalla yacht is privately owned. Hence, the possibility of renting one is nil. However, our fleet of luxury yachts for charter offer supersized yachts that deliver an exceptional cruising experience. Therefore, you need not buy a yacht, rather rent one.

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YALLA Yacht – Impressive $80M Superyacht

The luxury YALLA yacht is a multi-award-winning yacht built by CRN Yachts. The YALLA was delivered from CRN’s Ancona shipyard in 2014.

The award-winning interior was designed by CRN’s interior design team in collaboration with Droulers Architecture.

Omega Architects contributed to the exterior design of the yacht. The YALLA is the very definition of a luxury experience on the water.

YALLA yacht interior

The stunning interior of the YALLA yacht was designed by Droulers Architecture in collaboration with CRN’s in-house Interiors and Design Office.

There is accommodation for 12 guests in 6 deluxe staterooms, including an owner’s suite and VIP staterooms.

The guest accommodations all have the best quality furnishings, amenities, and en-suite bathrooms.

There are facilities for 22 highly trained crew members, making the yachting experience of the highest quality for guests.

The yacht has many features that include a beach club that creates an area for indoor-outdoor living level with the water.

There is a pool, a well-equipped gym, and plenty of areas for socializing and al fresco dining opportunities.

There is an abundance of options for sunbathing on the YALLA. The garage has a limousine tender and many water toys that offer fun and action while aboard the yacht.

The interior of the YALLA yacht was a finalist for The ShowBoats Design Awards 2015 for Interior Design in a Motor Yacht over 500GT.

The exterior of the YALLA yacht was a finalist for the Naval Architecture Award on a Displacement Motor Yacht and the Exterior Design & Styling Award on a Motor Yacht over 500GT at The ShowBoats Design Awards 2015.

With its four spacious decks and sleek and sporty lines, the YALLA is an eye-catching yacht on the water. She was delivered in 2014 with a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure.

The design was penned by Omega Architects and built at the CRN shipyard in Ancona, Italy. CRN is a builder of luxury superyachts, and YALLA was a custom build for the shipyard.

Specification

The 73m YALLA yacht is powered by 2 Caterpillar engines , which gives her a top speed of 18.5 knots and a cruising speed of 12.5 knots. The YALLA has a range of 5500 nautical miles at her cruising speed.

She has a beam of 12.8m and a draft of 3.4m, with a displacement of 1709 gross tons.

She features at-anchor stabilizers that afford guests exceptional comfort levels by reducing the rolling motion of the yacht on the water.

The YALLA costs $5 – $8 Million per annum to operate.

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