‘Young, Famous & African’: 5 things you need to know about the Netflix Reality series

Netflix to premiere first African reality show 'Young, Famous & African'
PUBLISHED MAR 16, 2022
Netflix premieres first African reality show 'Young, Famous & African' (Netflix)
Netflix premieres first African reality show 'Young, Famous & African' (Netflix)

People have an insatiable appetite for drama and love in reality shows. The fresh new Netflix reality series, 'Young, Famous & African', is ready to introduce viewers to Africa's affluent and famous.

The seven-part series, set in Johannesburg, South Africa, follows a group of well-known, wealthy young media personalities as they pursue their dreams, find love, and reignite old romances. The show will also include the who's who of fashion, music, and social media from across the continent. The unscripted show is expected to provide audiences with the finest entertainment possible, centered on some of Africa's most popular artists. If you are interested to watch more reality series, you must add these to your list 'Too Hot To Handle', 'Million Dollar Beach House', and 'Extreme Engagement'

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When will 'Young, Famous & African' release and where can you watch it?

'Young, Famous & African' premieres on Netflix on March 18. Viewers may subscribe to Netflix directly through a mobile app store (App Store, Google Play). You can also view it by joining up for a free trial of the site. Aside from that, users may choose from a variety of subscription options offered by the streaming giant.

What is 'Young, Famous & African' all about?

According to Netflix, the synopsis follow as, "This glitzy reality series aka a real-life soap opera follows a group of young, affluent and famous A-list media personalities. Hailing from South Africa, Nigeria and East Africa, this aspirational who’s who of music, media, fashion, and Insta stars comes together in JoBurg. All friends and connected, they are on a quest to find love, rekindle old flames, reboot struggling relationships as they continue to shine bright."



 

Who stars on 'Young, Famous & African'?

Actor Khanyi Mbau, artist Diamond Platnumz, and rapper Nadia Nakai will star in the all-African reality show. Khanyi Mbau is a South African actor, producer, and life coach who currently resides in Sandton, Johannesburg's most expensive square mile. Diamond Platinumz is ecstatic by his youthful, African, and well-known status.  Nadia Nakai is a South African rapper who claims she hails from a line of strong, opinionated women, thus she can't help but be like that.



 



 

Who are the showrunners?

Shahir Chundra is the showrunner for the series 'Young, Famous & African'. Peace Hyde, Martin Asare-Amankwa, and Adelaide Joshua-Hill are the producers.

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