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Magda Wierzycka

According to reports in Daily Investor (19 March 2026), Magda Wierzycka is reported to have moved to South Africa.

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What was reported

The Evening Standard (22 October 2026) reported that she left London for South Africa earlier in 2026. Daily Investor (8 December 2025) had reported a planned return after seven years as a UK tax resident.

Background

According to Daily Investor in December 2025, Wierzycka announced her return to South Africa in Sygnia's CEO report. Daily Investor, 8 December 2025. The article described a planned move back after a period of UK tax residence. Daily Investor, 8 December 2025. Daily Investor's March 2026 follow-up described her return as completed. Daily Investor, 19 March 2026.

Timeline

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  1. (Report): According to Daily Investor, Wierzycka said in Sygnia's annual CEO report that she was moving back to South Africa. Daily Investor, 8 December 2025.

  2. (Report): According to Daily Investor's follow-up, Wierzycka had returned to South Africa after living in London. Daily Investor, 19 March 2026.

Type
Person
Known for
Founder and CEO of Sygnia, co-founder of London venture firm Braavos
Destination
No guide for South Africa yet
Status
Reported
Basis
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First reported
8 December 2025
Sector
Finance (Asset management and venture capital)
Last checked
25 October 2026

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Wealth estimate

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