South African Influencers We’re Loving Right Now
Being an influencer takes hard work, commitment and drive. You need to be able to affect change positively using your authority and actively engage with your followers and support structure.
Here is a list of the top 5 South African influencers we are loving right now and why (in no specific order):
Riyadh Roberts or better known by the name YoungstaCpt has many accolades under his belt with 30 mixtapes and numerous EPs. YoungstaCPT is the epiphany of a positive influencer. He not only uses his authority to sell engaging hip hop music, but to make positive changes in Cape Town and South Africa through youth and kids programmes. He is always encouraging youth to do better and achieve greatness, stay off the streets and not to get influenced by the lurking pressures out there. We love the work he does and effort he puts in.
Nadia Jafta has quickly captured the hearts of her thousands of Instagram and Youtube followers. Her authenticity and unique character is widely loved and today we see her establishing her own shoe line and music. She is also one of South Africa's most successful influencers. This young influencer is making waves in the entertainment industry.
A true inspiration to many is Mihlali Ndamase. She is a South African beauty influencer and has reached success through her Youtube and Instagram platforms creating relevant beauty and fashion content. She inspires many young and aspiring artists to reach for their dreams and goals.
Bonang Matheba needs no explanation. This a South African television presenter, radio personality, businesswoman, producer, model and philanthropist has for many years been surprising and capturing the attention of many positively. Her hard work and dedication is inspiring and she pushes boundaries effortlessly. Bonang is also very much involved in giving back as she is involved in charity work and has established a Bonang Matheba Bursary Fund to enable girls to study further.
Shekhinah Thandi Donnell, better known as Shekhinah, is a singer-songwriter from Durban, South Africa. She is a well known Pop/R&B vocalist and songwriter and is recognised for her hard work, great music and persistence. She has received many awards locally and even collaborated with international companies and artists. She has completed her degree while studying and through this we love how she can set forth and be a role model to other aspiring young children. One thing we can definitely learn from her is that you should not let your past dictate your future.
