The music industry in Africa has grown larger over the years with recognition from the international scene.
The success of every music released by a singer can be attributed to its producer. In the past, producers were rarely seen but rather heard. However, the narrative has changed as music producers come to receive accolades for every good piece of music they have produced.
Sometimes, they also serve as songwriters; they work round the clock to project a singer in the best way possible. They have also paved a way for upcoming singers. In this article, Glamsquad takes a look at the top ten richest producers in Africa.
Master KG (South Africa)
Kgaogelo Moagi better known as Master KG is a 26-year-old musician, DJ, and record producer.
He has been topping lists of best music producers in Africa and is celebrated globally.
Master KG and Nomcebo’s Jerusalema took the world by storm and topped Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart. The producer did two remixes with Burna Boy and Nomcebo, which went viral globally. He is worth 1.8 million dollars
Sarz (Nigeria)
Osabuohien Osaretin better known as Sarz is a 33-year-old Nigerian producer famous for hits that have stirred conversations across Africa. He works with musicians such as Wizkid, 2Baba, Reminisce, and Niniola among several others.
Sarz is mentioned at the end of his tracks he has produced “Sarz on the beat.” He has revealed several awards to his credit. He is worth 5 million dollars.
Lizer Classic (Tanzania)
Iraju Hamisi Mjege, 34, better known as Lizer Classic and sometimes referred to as magic fingers is among the most sought-after producers in Swahili-speaking countries in East and Central Africa musicians. However, people do not know him by his physical appearance.
He has produced beats for Diamond Platnumz, Rayvanny, Harmonize, and other top Tanzanian artists.
Don Jazzy (Nigerian)
Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian record producer. He is the founder and CEO of Mavin Records.
Before Mavin Records, he was the co-owner of the now-defunct Mo’ Hits Records record label with D’banj.
He has signed several artists such as Ayrra Star, Rema, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Boy Spyce, Korede Bello, Crayon, Magixx among several others.
He has received several awards to his credit including an award for service to humanity. He is with 5 million dollars.
DJ Maphorisa (South Africa)
Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe better known as DJ Maphorisa and sometimes Madumane is a South African producer who has been applauded for producing several hit music.
He is behind some great hits from Kabza De Small, Mafikizolo, Davido, TRESOR, Drake, Wizkid, and other prominent African stars. He is worth 2.2 million dollars.
Nahreel (Tanzania)
Emmanuel Mkono better known as Nahreel is a Tanzanian music producer who has made a wave in his country’s entertainment industry. He is worth 1.5 million dollars
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It is worth noting that Tanzania is home to some of the best artists in East Africa and larger Africa. From the onset of the older Bongo hits, the Tanzanian entertainment industry has become home to top East African talents.
Nahreel is credited to be behind some of the greatest hits from Navy Kenzo, Diamond Platinumz, Patoranking, Vanessa Mdee, Alikiba, and several others.
DJ Zinhle (South Africa)
Ntombezinhle Jiyane better known as DJ Zinhle is a South African DJ, music producer, actress, media personality and businesswoman.
Zinhle has been featured in several TV series and received accolades for it. Her 2019 single, Umlilo was certified 3x platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA) after gaining 5.1 million streams in three months.
Some of her awards include The Top Female DJ in Africa in 2019, Pan African Artist of the Year in 2020 and The Forbes Woman Africa Entertainer Award in 2020. She is worth 3 million dollars.
Killbeatz (Ghana)
Joseph Kwame Addison better known as Killbeatz is a Ghanaian music producer and singer. He is made the first Ghanaian beat to win a Grammy award. He is in worth
Nessim (Uganda)
Isma Mukkuza better known as Nessimis a Ugandan music producer. Known for producing for the big pins of Uganda’s music industry, Nessim came into the limelight in 2015 at age 21 after producing hit songs Maro, Am Loving, Tulikubigele, and more for A Pass.
Sketchy Bongo (South Africa)
Yuvir Pillay better known as Sketchy Bongo is a South African music producer. He is also known in his country as the masked alter ego of DJ.
He is the only South African producer to have been featured on MTV Base. His track with Shekinah, Let You Know, was No. 1 on BBC radio’s playlist in the UK. He is worth 1.5 million dollars.
Masterkraft (Nigeria)
Sunday Ginikachukwu Nweke better known as Masterkraft is a Nigerian music producer who has produced back-to-back hits with several artists including collaborations in the international scene. He is worth 3.6 million dollars.
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