Social media continues to be a powerful platform for celebrities, athletes, and public figures across Africa. Instagram, in particular, has become a key space where African stars connect with their fans, share their achievements, and showcase their lifestyles.
According to Afrika.World, here are the top 20 most-followed Africans on Instagram as of 2024, featuring renowned musicians, athletes, actors, and influencers.
The Most-Followed Africans on Instagram
|
Rank |
Celebrity |
Followers (Millions) |
Country |
|
20 |
Sadio Mané |
16.4 |
Senegal |
|
19 |
Dorra Zarrouk |
17.2 |
Tunisia |
|
18 |
Yemi Alade |
17.4 |
Nigeria |
|
17 |
Burna Boy |
17.6 |
Nigeria |
|
16 |
Diamond Platnumz |
18.1 |
Tanzania |
|
15 |
Wizkid |
18.2 |
Nigeria |
|
14 |
Tiwa Savage |
18.7 |
Nigeria |
|
13 |
Yasmin Abdelaziz |
19.4 |
Egypt |
|
12 |
Candice Swanepoel |
20.2 |
South Africa |
|
11 |
ACHRAF HAKIMI |
20.2 MILLION |
Morocco |
|
10 |
Hannah El-Zahed |
20.9 |
Egypt |
|
9 |
Ahmed Helmy |
21.0 |
Egypt |
|
8 |
Yasmine Sabri |
22.7 |
Egypt |
|
7 |
Mustafa Hosny |
23.6 |
Egypt |
|
6 |
AB de Villiers |
26.2 |
South Africa |
|
5 |
Davido |
29.4 |
Nigeria |
|
4 |
Amr Diab |
32.3 |
Egypt |
|
3 |
Mohamed Ramadan |
33.0 |
Egypt |
|
2 |
Tamer Hosny |
40.8 |
Egypt |
|
1 |
Mohamed Salah |
64.0 |
Egypt |
Key Takeaways
1. Egyptian Celebrities Dominate the List
Egyptian figures dominate the ranking, with Mohamed Salah (64M followers) leading the way as the most-followed African on Instagram. Other notable Egyptians include Tamer Hosny, Mohamed Ramadan, Amr Diab, and Yasmine Sabri, reflecting the strong influence of Egyptian entertainment and sports personalities on social media.
2.Nigerian Musicians Hold Strong Positions
Nigeria’s Davido (29.4M), Wizkid (18.2M), Burna Boy (17.6M), Tiwa Savage (18.7M), and Yemi Alade (17.4M) maintain strong followings, showcasing the global appeal of Afrobeat music.
3. South Africa and Senegal Represented by Sports Icons
South African cricket legend AB de Villiers (26.2M) and supermodel Candice Swanepoel (20.2M) stand out. Meanwhile, Senegalese football star Sadio Mané (16.4M) also makes the list, highlighting the massive influence of African athletes.
Which Ghanaians Made the List?
Interestingly, no Ghanaian celebrity made it to the top 20, despite the country’s rich entertainment and sports industry. However, stars like Sarkodie, Shatta Wale, and Stonebwoy continue to amass significant followings and could break into future rankings.
Conclusion
African celebrities continue to expand their influence on social media, using Instagram to engage with fans and grow their personal brands. With the rise of digital media, more African stars are expected to reach new milestones in online followership.
