Top 10 Richest Disc Joker(Dj) in South Africa
While the South African music scene has spawned some talented DJs, we can’t deny that some of these people are on another level. They are among South Africa’s wealthiest DJs and have established themselves as industry leaders.
A few decades ago, Disc joking was not thought to be highly lucrative. In South Africa, relatively few people generated significant money from the craft. However, the situation has shifted dramatically during the past few years. People make fortunes from Disc joking all around the world. In this post, we will see the Top 10 Richest Disc Joker(Dj) in South Africa and how much he or she worth.
1. BLACK COFFEE
Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo (born March 11, 1976), often known by the stage name Black Coffee, is a South African DJ, record producer, and songwriter. Coffee founded his own record company, Soulistic Music, and released his debut self-titled album, Black Coffee (2005), which blended R&B and jazz. His top hit songs are Superman, Drive, and more. Black coffee’s Net worth is about $60 million (estimated to be over R1 billion)
2. DJ SHIMZA
Ashley Raphala (born May 15, 1984), professionally known as DJ Shimza, is a brilliant and creative South African DJ and record producer. His great performance helped him gain fame.
His exceptional and remarkable work as a deejay catapulted him to popularity. Many music aficionados, both inside and outside of South Africa, have praised his work. DJ Shimza is well-known for creating killer rhythms for superstars in the entertainment business.
His top hit songs are Makhe, Never Loved Anyone, and more. Shimza’s net worth is $5 million (estimated to be R90 million)
3. DJ ZINHLE
Ntombezinhle Mohosana (born January 1, 1983), professionally known as DJ Zinhle, is a South African DJ, producer, media personality, and businesswoman.
Zinhle has also pursued an acting career. She made her on-screen debut as a judge in Jika MaJika, Idols South Africa, Turn It On, and 1’s and 2 (2021), as well as a guest appearance on the television shows eKasi: Our Stories (2011), Play Your Part (2012), Tropika Island (2012), The Close Up, Rhythm City, and her own show, DJ Zinhle The Unexpected.
His hit songs are; Umlilo, Colours, and more. DJ ZINHLE’s Net worth is $3 million (estimated to be R54 million)
4. DJ OSKIDO
Oscar Sibonginkosi Mdlongwa (born November 29, 1967) is a South African recording artist, DJ, record producer, and businessman. With over 26 years of experience in the music industry, Oskido has established himself as a notable figure in South African music, particularly in popular youth culture. He is unquestionably one of the pioneering performers that popularised the Kwaito genre of music outside of South Africa’s townships, and he has played a key role in the rise of Afro-house and the emergence of the new genre known as Amapiano. Top hit songs include; Oskido I Believe, Dladleni, and more. His Net worth is about $2.6 million (estimated to be R47 million).
5. Dj Tira
Mthokozisi Khathi (born August 24, 1976), also known as DJ Tira, is a South African DJ, record producer, and Kwaito artist. He helped to popularise the Gqom music genre.
Khathi won the Smirnoff SA DJ Knockout competition in 2000, and his compilation CD “Real Makoya” was published in 2001. He is part of the South African musical ensemble Durbans Finest. Tira secured a record deal with Kalawa Jazmee in 2005 and founded his own record label, Afrotaiment in 2007. His top hits include; Won’t Let Go, Thank You Mr DJ, and more. Dj Tira’s Net worth is $2.2 million (estimated to be R40 million)
6. DJ MAPHORISA
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Themba Sekowe (born November 15, 1987), also known as DJ Maphorisa, is a South African record producer, singer, and songwriter. As a record producer with a blend of house music, amapiano, and afropop, he has collaborated with and gotten production credits from various renowned musicians. Hid Top hits are; Ba Straata, Izolo, and more
Net worth: $2.2 million (estimated to be R40 million)
7. LERATO KGANYAGO
Lerato Kganyago (born 22 July 1982), popularly known as LKG, is a South African actress, model, and media personality dubbed the Queen of Soweto (Miss Soweto 2002). She is most recognised for her roles in films. Aside from that, she is an MC, entrepreneur, model, and DJ. The 14th of February is actually “Lerato Kganyago’s Day” in South Africa, which was renamed by the president when she shut down Valentine’s Day in 2020. Lerato Kganyago’s Net worth is $2 million (estimated to be R36 million)
8. KABZA DE SMALL
Kabelo Petrus Motha (born November 27, 1992) is a South African DJ and record producer, better known as Kabza De Small. He is a significant figure in the house music genre known as amapiano. Aside from his solo work, Motha is a member of the Scorpion Kings. Motha earned international popularity with the release of “Umshove” in 2018. His Top hits include; Abalele, Asibe Happy, and more. Kabza De Small’s Net worth is $2 million (estimated to be R36 million)
9. DJ FRESH
Thato Sikwane (born October 15, 1972), often known as DJ Fresh, is a Motswana disc jockey, producer, and entrepreneur living in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is most recognised for his work on 5FM and Metro FM.
Sikwane is well-known for hosting the YFM radio station in Johannesburg, South Africa. Throughout the 1990s, he released a number of South African dance music albums, the majority of which were titled Fresh dance Flava. Various volumes of the collections were issued. Top hits: Gold Dust, Gravity, and more. Net worth: $2 million (estimated to be R36 million)
10. DJ EUPHONIK
Themba Mbongeni Nkosi, as Euphonik (born December 6, 1983), is a South African DJ and music producer. He is most known for playing house music under the nickname Euphonik. Top hits: Don’t Wanna Be, Busa, and more
Net worth: $1.9 million (estimated to be R29 million)