Let’s examine the Top 5 Most expensive mansions in Africa in more detail.
Most people assume that all of Africa is impoverished and that luxury is unheard of in the region. But there are billionaires here, and they don’t mind showing it out. Here is a list of a few residences that pale in comparison to the most opulent estates in Europe. How opulent and costly can homes grow in Africa without getting too carried away? What makes them unique, and who owns them? Let’s find out!
Bonang Matheba – South Africa
South African radio host and television queen Bonang Matheba has captured the public’s attention with her opulent lifestyle. Renowned for her ability to capture the essence of life via her captivating media presence and commercial acumen, Bonang recently shared a tour of her exquisite house situated on a tranquil waterfall rural estate in Midrand, Gauteng Province, South Africa.
The about 400 square meter home has three bedrooms, a fully equipped modern kitchen, a living space, a garden, an entertainment area, and a patio with a white and black motif. Bonang spent a lot of money building and outfitting her own little slice of paradise, with an estimated R14 million worth of property.
Asamoah Gyan – Ghana
The former Ghanaian international has many homes, but his $3 million residence in Accra is the most valuable of them all. Former Ghanaian national team captain Gyan is undoubtedly one of the game’s greatest success stories, having amassed millions of dollars in bank accounts and made some significant real estate purchases thanks to his on-field exploits.
His most talked-about asset is his multimillion-dollar home, which he named “La basílica de baby Jet.” Situated in Accra’s McCathy hills, the property boasts excellent views of the city and the ocean in addition to top-notch security systems, bulletproof doors, a 50-person theater, an extra-large swimming pool, and two bathrooms. The mansion is valued at an astounding three million dollars and features several rooms and bathrooms.
2Face Idibia – Nigeria
Known by his stage name 2Face or 2Baba, Innocent Idibia is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer, businesswoman, activist, and philanthropist. An estimated fifteen billion naira is 2face’s net worth. He is one of Africa’s most celebrated and prosperous Afro-pop performers as well as one of the continent’s most marketable live performers.
The multimillionaire musician has a big duplex worth over 1.1 million dollars, which features every luxury one could want, including many bedrooms, a private room, a bathroom, and a state-of-the-art kitchen with pricey fixtures. The exquisite choice in furnishings, from Persian carpets to opulent chandeliers, constructed of pricey leather material, is one feature of this home that really sticks out.
Cassper Nyovest – South Africa
Rapper, composer, and businessman Cassper Nyovest is from South Africa. His estimated net worth is R11 million, and his new residence was featured on Top Billing in the country. Cassper Nyovest paid R10 million for his opulent home, which he purchased in 2017.
The house, which is situated in Kyalami, a desirable neighborhood in Johannesburg, is one of the priciest African celebrity homes. It has four garages, a home studio, and a lounge. Outside, the mansion has a wide garden and a swimming pool.
Akothee mansion – Kenyan
Known by her stage name Akothee, musician Esther Akoth also works as an entrepreneur. She established the Kenyan tour operator Akothee Safaris. She is the owner of the real estate company Akothee Homes, Aknotela Entertainment Ltd., and the Akothee Foundation.
Her net worth of $10 million (KSh 1.5 billion) made her the fifteenth richest artist in Africa according to Forbes in 2021.
Among the several mansions that Akothee owns is the multimillion-dollar residence in Rongo, which cost more than KSh 80 million.
It features an under-glass boat and sixteen bedrooms. For those who like to take in the stunning scenery and animals of the Indian Ocean, it is ideal. She disclosed that she pays more over KSh 500,000 every month for house maintenance.