Lev Avnerovich Leviev

Leviev's most significant achievement is building a diamond empire that challenged De Beers' dominance. He secured mining rights in Angola and Namibia, becoming a major player in the global diamond trade. His leadership of Africa Israel Investments transformed it into a diversified conglomerate with real estate, energy, and media interests.His philanthropic legacy is equally notable. He has funded synagogues, schools, and cultural centers across the former Soviet Union and Israel, and his $4 million grant to Bukharian Torah scholars in 2025 underscores his commitment to Jewish education. While his business reputation has faced legal challenges, his charitable impact remains widely respected.