Luxury on Parade
Netflix’s New Reality Series ‘Young, Famous and African Highlights All Things African Luxury By Maggie J.
► Young, Famous and African. (L to R) Diamond Platnumz, Quinton Masina (Naked DJ), Andile Ncube in Young, Famous and African. Cr. Mosa Hlophe/ Netflix © 2022
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rices on flights to South Africa probably went up in the last week, since Netflix has released the reality series, Young, Famous and African. It’s only in its first season yet fans are already asking when season two is coming out. This drama-filled reality show is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and it puts together a group of young, rich Africans from countries all over the continent. Some are already friends, others have never met. The group spends time together in different settings, with each taking a turn hosting an event. Much like “Love and Hip Hop”, the group shows us life in their world. Only this show is based in South Africa and the luxury is over-the-top. A five-course dinner with the perfect place
settings is elegantly displayed in the first scenes of the show. Dinner is hosted by Khanyisile Mbau, or Khanyi, a South African producer and actress who lives in Sandton, the richest square mile in Johannesburg. Tables adorned in crystal and candlelight, the guests arrive in some of the most amazing styles. Each course is plated beautifully and is from countries representing each of the cast members. That’s just the beginning. Get ready for a luxurious South African train trip, private jets, helicopters, and a safari. The bright and elegant clothing, multiple outfit changes, flawless makeup, and African hairstyles leave you speechless and forever wanting more. The rich and beautiful accents make you want to drop everything and
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