Last Updated on March 27, 2023
Africa has many renowned rappers who have established their names across the globe with the help of their talent. In this article, we will talk about the top 10 best rappers in Africa in 2023. Some of the best rappers in Africa also earn a good amount of money with rapping.
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Top 10 Best Rappers In Africa
1. Nasty C
2. Khaligraph Jones
3. M.I. Abaga
4. Cassper Nyovest
5. Sho Madjozi
6. Sarkodie
7. FALZ
8. PHYNO
9. Nadia Nakai
10. M.anifest
1. Nasty C
Nasty C is a South African rapper. He is one of the best rappers in Africa. He has won the L Best Freshman Award, Best New Artist Award, Best Male Album Award and Best Hip Hop Album Award. The popular rapper has also won “The Headies Award’ for “African Artiste of the Year.”
2. Khaligraph Jones
Khaligraph Jones is a Kenyan rapper. He is the second-best rapper in Africa. He is famous for his hit singles “Mazishi” and “Yego”. Jones received the Best Rap Performance Award in 2018. African fans love his songs.
3. M.I. Abaga
M.I (Mr. Incredible) Abaga dubbed the “Nigerian King of Rap” came to stardom in 2006 and he is notable for many hit songs including his debut album “Talk about it” (2008).
He is one of the most successful rappers to grace the African continent and he’s one time King of rap in Nigeria and Africa. He has previously been ranked the best African rapper on several occasions.
The Nigerian hip-hop act has dropped several projects including King James, Show Me, Your Father, You Rappers Should Fix Up Your Lives, Acho Mi’Ya, and Everything I Have Seen. M.I has a handful of award which includes Best Hip Hop and Best New Act at the MTV Africa Music Awards. He has toured Europe, America, and many countries in Africa.
4. Cassper Nyovest
Cassper Nyovest is a South African rapper. People often consider him one of the most successful artists in South Africa. He won the MTV Africa Music Awards in 2015 and 2016. Nyovest’s estimated net worth is around $8 Million.
5. Sho Madjozi
Sho Madjozi is a famous South African rapper, singer and songwriter. She has won the BET Award for Best New International Act. Her famous songs are Kona, Idhom, Wakanda Forever and Di Hawks.
6. Sarkodie
Sarkodie is a famous Ghanaian rapper and songwriter. He has won various awards in his career, including the Vodafone Ghana Music Award for “Artiste of the Decade”. He is considered one of the best rappers in Africa.
7. FALZ
FALZ is a Nigerian rapper and actor. He has won many awards, including the BET Awards, City People Entertainment Awards and Headies Awards. He is also one of the most popular rappers in Nigeria.
8. PHYNO
PHYNO is a famous Nigerian rapper. He is popular for rapping in the Igbo language. He won the Best Rap Single award in 2014. He has worked with various famous artists, including Olamide, Wizkid, Davido, Timaya, Flavour and Ruggedman.
9. Nadia Nakai
Nadia Nakai is a famous South African rapper. She is also famous for her fashion. Nakai reportedly won the “Best Female Artist” award and the “Most Stylish Artist” award in 2020. Her popular songs are MoneyBack, Imma Boss, Amai, Kreature and 40 Bar.
10. M.anifest
M.anifest is a Ghanaian musician and rapper. M.anifest won the “Best Rapper” and “Hip-Hop song of the year” awards at the 2017 Ghana Music Awards. His famous songs are Makaa Maka, Sugar ft. Brymo and Be My Woman.