Series synopsis
Young, Famous & African is a reality television series that premiered on Netflix on March 18, 2022. It stars Nadia Nakai, Diamond Platnumz, Andile Ncube and Swanky Jerry.
This reality series follows a crew of famed, affluent stars as they work and play, flirt and feud in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Premise
This reality series follows a crew of famed, affluent stars as they work and play, flirt and feud in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Nadia Nakai as Self
- Diamond Platnumz as Self
- Andile Ncube as Self
- Swanky Jerry as Self
- Khanyi Mbau as Self
- Annie Macaulay-Idibia as Self
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 24 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 7 | March 18, 2022 | March 18, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 9 | May 19, 2023 | May 19, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 8 | January 17, 2025 | January 17, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome to South Africa Queen of bling Khanyi Mbau throws a ball for her friends. Diamond Platnumz's heartbreak emerges as he woos Nadia Nakai. Parenting talk gets intense. |
March 18, 2022 |
| 2 |
The Newcomer Ride or die: Diamond hands the wheel to Nadia as they shop. Khanyi and Annie Macaulay-Idibia clash. Kayleigh Schwark spills about life with Naked DJ. |
March 18, 2022 |
| 3 |
Love Is in the Air Tea time. Zari makes a splash at a heated soiree. Diamond gets called out by Naked, who spars with Khanyi. A loved one shows up in more ways than one. |
March 18, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Awkward Reunions A party at Diamond's house brings the whole crew back together, but unresolved quarrels turn a long-awaited reunion into an awkward affair. |
May 19, 2023 |
| 2 |
Masks Off In the studio, Diamond and Fantana mix business with pleasure. Gossip around Annie's marriage spreads. Khanyi throws a masked party to clear the air. |
May 19, 2023 |
| 3 |
Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend Tired of rumors around her personal life, Annie speaks publicly. While the men catch up on the court, the women attend a sensual painting party. |
May 19, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Love's in the Air Something borrowed, something blue, something whispered in the pews. The new season begins with a walk down the aisle and a healthy dose of gossip. |
January 17, 2025 |
| 2 |
Boundaries? Boundaries! In the aftermath of Zari's wedding, Annie is forced to answer for her words. Luis is shut down by Fantana, opening up an argument around his love life. |
January 17, 2025 |
| 3 |
Showdown Sitting down with Naked, Annie reveals a heartbreaking secret from her past. Apologies are thrown around at the roller rink, but are any of them genuine? |
January 17, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 18, 2022 |
| Last aired | January 17, 2025 |
| Status | continue |