1. Andy Flower (1970)

Cricket Player

Former wicket-keeper for Zimbabwe who represented the country in four Cricket World Cups. He later coached England, for which he won the Coach of the Year award in 2011.

2. Loyiso Gijana (1999)

Soul Singer

Singer who found stardom as a contestant on the eleventh season of the singing competition Idols South Africa, where he made the top 8. His renditions of songs like Sam Smith's...

3. Adam Ladell (1999)

YouTube Star

YouTube vlogger and musician who is known for his TicTwitchTeen channel. He has gained popularity there for his frequent, and open, discussions on ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, and other mental disorders,...

4. Vicky Vee Jonas (1999)

Instagram Star

Vicky Vee Jonas is a famous Instagram Star, who was born on March 9, 1999 in South Africa. Beauty and fashion influencer on Instagram and YouTube most notable for her...

5. Sho Madjozi (1992)

Rapper

Rapper who is known for rapping in Xitsonga and Kiswahili. She has incorporated colorful fashion into her act. 

6. Dulcie Howes (1908)

Dancer

South African dancer, most recognized as the prima ballerina assoluta during her time with the Cape Town City Ballet.

7. Anton Nel (1961)

American Musician

Classical artist who performed at such prestigious venues as Carnegie Hall, the Lincoln Center, and the Metropolitan Museum.

8. Ryan Tendoeschate (1980)

Cricket Player

All-rounder, right-handed batter and bowler, played internationally for the Netherlands national team and debuted for Essex in 2003.

9. Kedibone Mkhabela (1980)

TV Show Host

South African television and radio personality most famous for her hosting work with SABC1, including the youth talk show Mzansi Insider. She is also known for her acting on the soap opera...

10. Donovan Goliath (1980)

Comedian

Standup comedian trademarking for his fusion of truth and storytelling, often using impressions and characters he has invented. Since his comedy career began in 2010, he has performed at popular...

11. Isaac Witkin (1936)

Sculptor

South African sculptor who pioneered the so-called New Generation of sculptors. He made abstract works of colored fiberglass and wood.

12. Geoff Matthee (1970)

Fitness Instructor

Fitness instructor who has worked for Gymspo. He came in first place at NABBA Western Cape Provincials in 2016. He has more than 100,000 followers on his geoffmatthee Instagram account. 

13. Adriaan Basson (1980)

Journalist

Investigative journalist who began writing for The Mail and The Guardian in 2007, and became the editor-in-chief of News24 in 2016. In 2012, he won the CNN African Journalist of the...

14. Koos Du Plessis (1945)

Folk Singer

Koos Du Plessis is a famous Folk Singer, who was born on May 10, 1945 in South Africa. South African singer who was best known for Laurika Rauch’s cover of...

15. Charles Coghlan (1970)

Politician

Politician who was the first Premier of Southern Rhodesia, holding office from 1923 until his death in 1927. He notably helped Southern Rhodesia achieve the status of self-governing Colony within...

16. Jimmy Tau (1970)

Soccer Player

Right back who played for the Kaizer Chiefs as a part of the Premier Soccer League from 2005 to 2013. She has more than 130,000 followers on her jimmytau_2 Instagram account.

17. C Louis Leipoldt (1880)

Poet

C Louis Leipoldt is a famous Poet, who was born on December 28, 1880 in South Africa. Remembered for his works in the Afrikaans language, this acclaimed South African poet...

18. Megan McKenzie (1980)

Model

This South African fashion model made For Him Magazine's 2013 list of the "World's Sexiest Women."

19. Simphiwe Dana (1970)

Jazz Singer

Singer-songwriter who has won widespread acclaim with her fusion of jazz, soul, hip-hop and traditional xhosa music. Some of her best-known releases include The One Love Movement On Bantu Biko Street...

20. Zoleka Mandela (1980)

Activist

South African activist and author who has written about her trials with alcohol abuse and breast cancer. She was named to the presitious BBC's 100 Women list in 2016 for...

21. Isador Goodman (1909)

Australian Musician

Powerful figure in Australian music from the 1930s to the 1970s. He introduced classical music into Australia's mainstream culture.

22. Craig Howes (1989)

Photographer

Photographer, filmmaker and media mogul who is known for his landscape shots from different destinations throughout the world. Based in South Africa, he mainly focuses on documenting life in Zulu...

23. Lynn Forbes (1968)

Blogger

Blogger and inspirational speaker who aims to challenge the stigmas surrounding childhood abuse and trauma through her personal blog, According to Glammy. She created the Lynn Forbes Foundation to create a...

24. Steve Hess (1968)

Basketball Coach

As the assistant coach as well as strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets, he oversees the team's weight training, conditioning and nutritional programs. He joined the franchise in...

25. Prince Kaybee (1989)

DJ

Electronic dance music DJ and producer who is known for the songs "Yonkinto," "Wajellwa," and "Friend Zone." His popularity led to him garnering over 1.6 million followers on his princekaybee_sa Instagram account.

26. Kefilwe Mabote (1989)

Instagram Star

South African social media star who typically posts fashion and travel photos to her kefilwe_mabote account. She has earned over 1.3 million followers on her Instagram. 

27. Cheralee Lyle (1989)

Blogger

Blogger, photographer, and digital content creator who founded the fashion, beauty, and travel blog Ascot Road in 2011. She worked as a social media marketing consultant for Nylon Magazine in 2015.

28. Fikile M Kani (1989)

TV Actress

Fikile M Kani is a famous TV Actress, who was born on April 13, 1989 in South Africa. Actress who first entered the public spotlight playing Zak on the South...

29. Madeleine Masson (1970)

Non-Fiction Author

Twentieth-century, South African-born author who is most famous for her biographies. She wrote about the lives of author Emma Orczy and British Special Agent Krystyna Skarbek, among others.

30. Ashton Pienaar (1989)

Reality Star

Reality star who rose to fame after appearing on Season 6 of Bravo reality documentary Below Deck. He was a member of the deck crew alongside Ross Inia, Rhylee Gerber, Chandler...

31. Nozipho Zulu (1989)

Instagram Star

Social media star who is famous for his eponymous Instagram account. She has gained massive popularity for her glamorous and chic fashion and bikini modeling and photoblogging alongside lifestyle pictures. 

32. Adrian Dale (1968)

Cicketer

Right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-pace bowler who played for Glamorgan from 1989-2004, scoring more than 12,500 first class runs.

33. Nomvelo Makhanya (1996)

TV Actress

TV actress who played Lindiwe Ngema on Scandal. She has over 490,000 followers on her _mvelomakhanya Instagram account.

34. Vanessa Padi (1989)

Instagram Star

South African social media star who is famous for her self-titled Instagram account. She has gained popularity there for her fashion, lifestyle, and beauty photoblogging. 

35. Aliyah Maria Bee (1996)

YouTube Star

Aliyah Maria Bee is a famous YouTube Star, who was born on September 11, 1996 in South Africa. English vlogger who is widely known for her self-titled YouTube channel. She...

36. Moneoa Moshesh (1989)

Soul Singer

Often referred to only as Moneoa, she is a soul and popsinger as well as a dancer. Her debut album Coming From Going To was released in February 2014 and...

37. Ian Katz (1970)

Journalist

Professional journalist and broadcaster whose career peaked when he was named the Director of Programs at Channel 4 in 2018. Previously, he was an editor at The Guardian and for...

38. Cindy Mahlangu (1996)

Model

South African actress, singer and model who found mainstream success with her role in the Mzansi Magic supernatural drama series The Herd. She has also appeared on the soap opera...

39. David Makhura (1968)

Politician

South African politician who is known for having served as the 6th Premier of Gauteng. He is also known for having served as a Member of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature...

40. Oliver Tambo (1917)

Politician

Remembered for his leadership of the African National Congress during the organization's struggle to end apartheid in South Africa, Tambo served first as Secretary General and later as President of...

41. Oghene Karo (1996)

Instagram Star

Social media star who is famous for her kirachaana Instagram account. She has earned massive popularity there for her fashion modeling and lifestyle photography. 

42. Toni Nkhahle (1996)

Instagram Star

South African Instagram star who usually posts modeling content to her toninkhahle account. She has amassed over 280,000 followers on her Instagram. 

43. Mihlali Ndamase (1996)

Instagram Star

Social media influencer and certified makeup artist who co-founded the Siyasizana Foundation Strategic Brand. She's also known as a YouTube content creator behind her self-titled channel.

44. Thobile Khumalo (1989)

Reality Star

Reality star who rose to fame after appearing on Uthando Nes'thembu. She is one of businessman Musa Mselek's four wives and usually goes by MaKhumalo.

45. Christopher Poree (1989)

Tv Actor

South African-born television actor who is widely recognized for his portrayal of Byron on the 2006 series H2O: Just Add Water. On the series, he was known as the Surfer Boy.

46. Miklas Manneke (1989)

Director

Student Academy Award nominated director who has won more than 35 international awards, including the Amnest International Award. He worked on a United Nations-supported virtual reality and film project revolving...

47. Dineo Moeketsi (1989)

TV Show Host

South African television host, actress and singer who rose to fame as the host of the Channel O music show O-Access. As an actress, she has starred on shows like...

48. PrevReddy (1996)

Instagram Star

South African Instagram star who is best known for his comedic and lifestyle Instagram photos and videos. He has worked professionally as an actor. He often performs live comedy throughout...

49. Wade Young (1996)

Bmx Rider

BMX rider who signed up with factory ride with Sherco in 2016. He won the 2017 Portugal's super-tough Extreme XL Lagares.

50. Julie Robert Off (1996)

Model

Model who rose to fame after appearing on season 11 of the French Big Brother-esque reality show Secret Story.