In 2022, Instagram is one of the best platforms to build an engaged audience.
The most-followed people on Instagram in SouthAfricain 2022 have millions of followers who love their content.
Celebrities are the most-followed people on Instagram in contemporary South Africa.
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They include musicians, media personalities, DJs, athletes, and a celebrity kid.
They use their accounts to connect with fans, endorse brands, and give life and career updates.
Check out the top 20 most-followed people and learn more about them.
Princess Tiffah standing in front of a white vehicle. Photo: @princess_tiffahSource: Instagram
Shewas bornon 6th August 2015.
The six-year-old celebrity kid’s account is managed by her mother.
Jessica Nkosi - 3 million
Jessica Nkosi was born on 20th January 1990 in Empangeni.
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Nandi Madida nee Mngoma - 3 million
Nandi Madida was born on 20th March 1988 in Maphumulo, KwaZulu-Natal.
She has been in the limelight for years.
Being featured as a vocalist on the jam Tonight by DJ Franky catapulted her to fame.
Jessica Nkosi posing for a picture in a floral maxi. Photo: @jessicankosiSource: Instagram
AKA - 3.1 million
Kiernan Jarryd Forbes,alias AKA, is one of South Africa’s best rappers.
He was born on 28th January 1988 and started his career in 2006.
Initially, he was a member of a group but later chose a solomusiccareer.
Nandi Madida in a checkered outfit. Photo: @nandi_madidaSource: Instagram
Black Coffee - 3.2 million
Black Coffee was born on 11th March 1976 in Durban.
He started his career in 1994 and has released several studio albums.
People love his music and his ability to remain relevant in the music industry for close to three decades.
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Pearl Modiadie - 3.4 million
Who is Nia Pearl?
She was very young when she started her television.
People best know her as a presenter on the e.tv kids programming block,Craz-e.
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AKA posing for a picture in a black t-shirt. Photo: @akaworldwideSource: Instagram
Thando Thabethe - 3.5 million
Thando Thabethe was born on 18th June 1990.
Herlove for actingstarted in seventh grade.
She started her career in radio in 2008 and later became a television personality and actress.
Black Coffee posing for a picture at a past event. Photo: @realblackcoffeeSource: Instagram
He is a famous musician whose love for music was influenced by his older brother Siyabonga.
In 2012 he released his debut mixtape,One Kid, A Thousand Coffins.
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Pearl Modiadie posing for a picture in an African outfit. Photo: @pearlmodiadieSource: Instagram
At 12, she presented a children’s fitness show known asSasko Sam ‘you’re a star’.
She has starred in numerous South African shows.
Ntando Duma Mthombeni - 3.8 million
Ntando Duma Mthombeni was born on 29th August 1995.
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She started her career onRhythm Cityas Zinzi Dandala.
In June 2014, she was introduced as one of the new Craz-e presenters.
Nomzamo Mbatha - 4.2 million
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Thando Thabethe at a recent Netflix South Africa event. Photo: @thando_thabetheSource: Instagram
In 2017, shewas identifiedas a high-profile Supporter of the LuQuLuQu campaign by UNHCR.
Besides humanitarian work, she is a television personality and businesswoman.
She was born on 30th December 1982 in Dannhauser, KwaZulu-Natal.
Nasty C sitting on a short staircase. Photo: Anasty_csaSource: Instagram
Growing up, she desired to become a TV presenter.
Somizi Mhlongo - 4.5 million
Did you know thatSomizi Mhlongo wasfeatured in the film Sarafina!
He portrayed the character of Fire, a respected student leader.
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Since featuring in the film, he has been a household name in the South African entertainment scene.
Minnie Dlamini - 4.6 million
Minnie Dlamini was born on 7th July 1990, in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
In 2010 she became the presenter of the Friday live-music showLive Ampon SABC 1.
Khanyi Mbau posing for a picture in a white jumpsuit. Photo: @mbaureloadedSource: Instagram
At the time, she was pursuing higher studies at the University of Cape Town.
Bonang Matheba - 4.6 million
One of Instagram’s most-followed accounts in South Africa today is Bonang Matheba’s.
Bonang, alias Queen B, is one of the sought-after entertainment personalities.
Ntando Duma Mthombeni posing for a picture in a black t-shirt and black boots. Photo: @dumantandoSource: Instagram
As a little girl, she knew she would live a life of greatness.
She started her career on SABC1 before moving to Metro FM.
She was born on 26th June 1988 in Manzini, Swaziland.
Nomzamo Mbatha posing for a picture in a white outfit. Photo: @nomzamo_mSource: Instagram
She has been in the media and entertainment industry for about a decade now.
She was born on 25th September 1995 and made her first appearance on the screens in 2013.
In 2014, she appeared in an e.tv anthology.
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Boity Thulo - 5.5 million
Who is Dylan Macdonald?
She is a talented actress bestknown forstarring inMrs Right Guy, Dear Betty,andDancing with the Stars.
He is aformer cricket playerborn on 17th February 1984 in Pretoria.
DJ Zinhle posing for a picture in a green outfit. Photo: @djzinhleSource: Instagram
He made his Test debut against England in 2004 and had a 15-year career before retiring.
Who has the most followers on Instagram in 2022?
Who is No 1 on Instagram?
Somizi in a white outfit. Photo: @somiziSource: Instagram
The most-followed person on Instagram in 2022 is footballerCristiano Ronaldo, with 420 million followers.
The five topfollowed Instagram accountsare listed below.
The most-followed people on Instagram in South Africa are mostly in the media and television industry.
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They use their accounts to interact with fans and to do brand ambassadorial jobs.
A large percentage of celebrities are known for their lavish lifestyles, especially on social media.
Their homes are spacious and have the best designs, finishes, and household items.
Minnie Dlamini posing for a picture in a short white dress. Photo: @minniedlaminiSource: Instagram
She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.
The writer completed a Google News Initiate Course.
it’s possible for you to email her at perisrodah254@gmail.com.
Bonang Matheba posing for a picture in a black, shіtе, and grey-ish outfit. Photo: @bonang_mSource: Instagram
She holds a Diploma in Mass Communication and a Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Kenyatta University.
Cyprine joined Briefly.co.za in mid-2021, covering multiple topics, including finance, entertainment, sports, and lifestyle.
In 2023, she finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques.
Amanda du-Pont posing for a picture in a black outfit. Photo: @amandadupontSource: Instagram
She received the Writer of the Year awards in 2023 and 2024.
In 2024, she completed the Google News Initiative course.
Email: cyprineapindi@gmail.com
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Natasha Thahane smiling for a picture in a black outfit. Photo: @natasha_thahaneSource: Instagram
Cassper Nyovest pictured in orange shorts and a blue and white jacket. Photo: @casspernyovestSource: Instagram
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Boity Thulo pictured in a colourful outfit. Photo: @boitySource: Instagram
AB de Villiers pictured in a brown top and dark brown pants. Photo: @abdevilliers17Source: Instagram
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