If you thought the first two seasons of Young, Famous & African served enough tea to quench your thirst, buckle up for the third instalment—better titled Young, Famous, African, and Toxic.
The Netflix reality series, starring a mix of Africa’s biggest entertainers, has perfected the art of showcasing messy friendships, glamorous lifestyles, and relationship drama. And somehow, it’s the toxicity that keeps us glued.
The season opens with Zari and her younger husband Shakib’s wedding celebration—a perfect stage to reignite old beef. Annie Macaulay-Idibia, as usual, came ready for the smoke, throwing shades at Zari over her choice of a younger man and her “copycat” wedding vibes.
To top it off, Annie stirred more drama by calling out Nadia for her alliances with Swanky Jerry last season and then capped it off with a wedding toast to Zari.
While she started the season with vengeance, Annie, however, seemed to be on a quest to rewrite her narrative. Eager to foster new connections, she tried bonding with the stunning Kefilwe.
Unfortunately, Zari’s unending disdain for Kefilwe set the stage for a rivalry that fueled much of the season’s drama.
Love, loss, and Luis’ messy journey
Luis’ storyline feels like a therapy session gone awry. Haunted by estrangement from his family, he’s in a rush to start his own—albeit in the most unconventional way possible.
Skipping traditional steps, he leans toward surrogacy while still pining for Fantana, who is clearly uninterested. Enter Ini Edo, a Nigerian queen who wasn’t having it. Her straightforward approach and Shakib’s ‘strategy’ forced Luis to consider the path of responsibility and maturity.
Naked DJ: A Guy’s Guy, But Not Kayleigh’s Guy
The Naked DJ embodies the ultimate guy’s guy—until it comes to his relationship with Kayleigh. Oblivious to her concerns, he fumbles through the season until friends like Khanyi give him a wake-up call.
In a move no one saw coming, he finally proposes, proving that even the most reluctant can take the plunge when the stakes are high.
Diamond Platnumz: Drama King Extraordinaire
Diamond Platnumz is the wild card of the show. Between lying to Fantana, poking at Zari’s marriage, shooting his shot at Kefilwe, he’s the gift that keeps on giving. His antics with Fantana are hilarious and cringe-worthy, and we are just grateful for Kefilwe’s intervention when she was invited for a lunch date with him.
Zari: The drama magnet
Zari is unapologetically the Queen of Chaos. Whether stirring the pot with Kefilwe, clapping back at Annie, or prodding Shakib’s insecurities, she thrives on the drama. Her unapologetic declaration—“Sometimes I want to find trouble just to see how the other person reacts”—sums her up perfectly even if she was lucky not to be drenched in the finale.
Swanky Jerry, Ini Edo : The Cool, The Calm, and the Chaotic
Swanky Jerry was, surprisingly, a calming presence, keeping most of his drama from last season at bay. Ini Edo, a newcomer, lived up to her promise of no-nonsense energy, offering maturity and the occasional needed reality check.
Annie, on the other hand, struggled to find her footing within the group dynamics. While her miscarriage garnered sympathy, her strained relationships with the cast showed room for growth.
Glam, drama, and all that jazz
For all its toxic undertones, the show doesn’t shy away from the glitz and glam. From opulent fashion to luxurious lifestyles, Young, Famous & African remains a voyeuristic peek into the lives of Africa’s entertainment royalty.
As we gear up for another season, here’s hoping for even more drama—and maybe a few new Nigerian superstars to spice things up. Until then, we’ll keep sipping the tea, drama and all.
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