DADtv | The 15 Most Followed South Africans on Social Media

1. Siya Kolisi – 1.3 million followers

Captain of the Springboks and global ambassador for leadership and unity.

2. Sydney Seethal – 1.5 million followers

TikTok star and influencer known for dance trends and lip-sync content.

3. DJ Zinhle – 2.3 million followers

Iconic DJ and entrepreneur blending fashion, music, and female empowerment.

4. Lasizwe Dambuza – 3.5 million followers

Comedian and content creator who has carved out a niche in South African entertainment.

5. Uncle Waffles – 3.9 million followers

Amapiano sensation performing at global festivals with a cult-like fanbase.

6. Nasty C – 3.9 million followers

Globally respected rapper and lyricist flying the South African hip-hop flag high.

7. Tyla – 4.3 million followers

Grammy-winning artist and global pop-R&B trailblazer behind “Water.”

8. Black Coffee – 4.3 million followers

House music pioneer and Grammy winner with global music industry influence.

9. Amanda du-Pont – 4.8 million followers

Actress and businesswoman combining beauty, fitness, and lifestyle.

10. Boity Thulo – 5.2 million followers

Rapper, media personality, and wellness entrepreneur with wide appeal.

11. Bonang Matheba – 8.5 million followers

“Queen B,” fashion and media mogul with influence in SA and the diaspora.

12. Charlize Theron – 12.4 million followers

Oscar-winning actress and activist amplifying African humanitarian causes.

13. Trevor Noah – 20 million followers

Globally loved comedian, author, and cultural commentator.

14. AB de Villiers – 24.1 million followers

Legendary cricketer and international sports icon.

15. Elon Musk – 140 million followers

Pretoria-born tech mogul and Twitter/X owner, with unprecedented global influence.

These South Africans are more than just influencers—they have captured the attention of the global community.