Africa is no doubt a place to be. The fun is infectious, the people are friendly, and things move so fast here. For instance, you can sleep and wake up and discover that the dance step that took you several hours to learn has become obsolete because someone somewhere has discovered new moves that everyone’s digging. This upbeat vibe is the reason Africans are happy people, and fame isn’t so difficult to come by. In this article, we highlight how to become famous in Africa to make you the talk of town — wherever that is!
Check out 5 straightforward ways to become famous in Africa…
#1. Be featured in a comedy skit
This may surprise you but some of the quickest millionaires on the continent are content creators. Among these content creators are comedy skit-makers who are by far the most famous of the bunch. While not all manage to be hilarious on stage, their ability to create funny scripted skits can’t be overlooked. Whether it’s Josh2Funny or Mr. Macroni, these guys pull in viewers in the tens of millions each month.
But how can their fame benefit you? If you are so desperate to be seen, one of the best ways to become famous is to be featured in the skit video of a popular comedian. This works magic, especially if you already have a well-built social media page that people can easily follow.
#2. Be featured in a movie
The movie industry is big in Africa, especially in Nigeria. Because Africans happily consume films, Netflix and Amazon Prime are spending hundreds of millions of dollars each year churning out movies specifically for Africans. If you wish to be famous and have a talent for the big screen, approach the directors or any insider in the industry, especially in Asaba or Lagos, Nigeria. While the cinematography and budget may not be as robust as that of Hollywood, these people create top-quality movies and you might just find your moment in the sun on any of their projects.
#3. Stage-date a celebrity
You did not know that this was a thing? Come on! I have spent time researching this so you can sit comfortably and take notes. One of the ways you can become famous in Africa (or elsewhere in the world) is to surround yourself with famous people. You can consider stage-dating a celebrity and ensure you’re “captured” with this person every time. Also, be vocal while dating the person, highlighting the love you both share for each other. Then, after a couple of months, break up. During this time, you must have garnered enough social media attention and followers to bring you the attention you seek.
#4. Be a social media philanthropist
I bet you never thought of this one. To become famous in Africa, be seen helping the poor but with a catch. Ensure you do it with cameras in sight and everyone will think you’re such a darling. Follow these good deeds with media publicity by granting interviews and asking people who have problems to bring them to your table. Giving to people quietly is good, but without the media attention, you wouldn’t get the popularity you seek. So, wear your heart on your sleeve, bring out your camera, and get to work!
#5. Be toxic
Social media has a lot of toxic people who have become famous by having an opinion on every trendy subject. They are often in conflict with the government, society, or imaginary enemies. If you choose this route, you must stay up-to-date on the news and ensure to communicate your position with passion. Toxicity is irritating but if you have a stomach for it and love controversy, this might be your ticket to fame. Don’t be afraid to go over the top as the more outrageous it is, the faster your opinions will be shared everywhere on social media.
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