NETFLIX

 SHOW US YOUR REALITY AFRICA

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Movies, series and reality shows are everyone’s addiction lately and Netflix is the cure and the cause. Always breaking the boundaries of diversity and inclusivity, Netflix has announced a realise of its first ever African reality show, featuring some of Africa’s top stars and entertainment entrepreneurs.

Set your reminder for the 18th of March 2022 as Netflix will premiere its inaugural African reality show entitled Young, Famous & African. Unscripted and unapologetically African, the series promises to bring viewers top-tier, best-in-class variety entertainment through the lens of some of their favourite A-list personalities from all over the African continent. 

From rivalries, new friendships and romantic connections forming, to stories that made the headlines and the delicious tea being spilled, Africa’s stars will give you an intimate insider look into their glamorous lives as they navigate the City of Gold, Johannesburg, South Africa.

 

“I’m so excited for people to see how much of ourselves we poured into this show, showcasing our true, authentic trials and tribulations. Young, Famous & African will give our fans an inside look into our very entertaining, very busy lives”.- Zari the Boss Lady

Sharing their excitement about the seven-episode reality show produced by Urban Brew Studios and co-creators and Executive Producers are Martin Asare Amankwa and Peace Hyde, Martin Asare Amankwa said: “It’s really exciting to be able to show the world an exclusive look into the lives of Africa’s top celebrities and socialites. Young, Famous & African is a depiction of a world that has never been seen before, highlighting authentic stories and unrivalled access to some of the most celebrated celebrities.”  Peace Hyde said: “This has been a labour of love that has finally become a reality. Growing up in the U.K. there were no glitzy and sexy images of Africa, all we saw were the stereotypical images that has been propelled in the media for years. Young, Famous & African presents an Africa that is vibrant, beautiful, glossy and sexy to the world and we are super proud and excited for the world to see it.”, while Adelaide Joshua Hill, Executive Producer said, “We are thrilled to have been a part of this amazing show, it is wonderful to be able to show a different side of Africa to the world and highlight the amazing people we have on our continent. We thank each and every one of the cast members who gave of their time and allowed us a sneak peek into their lives.  Young, Famous & African is a wild luxury ride, a trip that is worth the time.” From the cast, Zari the Boss Lady (Uganda) said, “I’m so excited for people to see how much of ourselves we poured into this show, showcasing our true, authentic trials and tribulations. Young, Famous & African will give our fans an inside look into our very entertaining, very busy lives”.

Musician; Diamond Platinumz
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Fashion Designer; Swanky Jerry
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Media Personality; Khanyi Mbau
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Entrepreneur; Zari Hassan (known as Zari the Boss Lady)
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The main cast includes; the mother of all luxury and drama, South African entertainer Khanyi Mbau; the Ugandan boss lady,  Zari the Boss Lady, infamously known on twitter as the lady who got schooled on the difference between a legal advising firm and a law firm; Tanzanian musician and cassanova Diamond Platinumz, legendary Nigerian musician 2Baba, formerly known as 2face Idibia and his wife, model Annie Macaulay- Idibia; South Africa tv personality, sports presenter and producer, Andile Ncube; rapper Nadia Nakia; Nigerian fashion designer, Swanky Jerry; and Kayleigh Schwark.

Young, Famous & African will be available globally at the same time to over 214 million subscribers in over 190 countries on the 18th of March, 2022.