5 Influential South Africans to follow on social media
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As a public relation undergraduate it is in my best interest to always follow the most influential people on social media. I find it appropriate to put together a list of five influential people in the entertainment industry as it is the field I would love to specialize in. These entertainers range from radio and television personalities, musicians and comedians.
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@Bonang_M
Bonang Matheba “Queen B* or your girl B” as described by many she is well known for her excellence in TV and Radio presenting. She was named one of the most influential young South Africans and coolest female TV star. Bonang is an ambassador for RevlonSA she was also part of the judging panel for miss South Africa 2014, graced almost every magazine cover and she has a reality show B*Dazzled http://goo.gl/TaSLxh. Her influence made Metro FM lose 100,000 listeners after she left http://goo.gl/ps980. Good news she is back catch her MON-FRI 9-12am #TheFrontRow on Metro FM.
@DJSbu
Sbusiso Leope known as DJSbu is not just an entertainer and a business man but also a philanthropist who gives back to the youth of SA through motivation speaking he visits schools three times a week. He’s also CEO for Sbusiso Leope Education Foundation http://slef.co.za/who-we-are/ he was named 1 of 13 young Africans to watch in 2013 alongside fellow entertainers Bonang Matheba and Trevor Noah by USA Forbes http://goo.gl/k9DlPD.
@GarethCliff
Gareth Cliff is a South African Radio DJ and IdolsSA judge. He started his radio career at radio Tuks then moved to Radio 702 as a producer a year after he took the DJ spot. Gareth Cliff left his popular breakfast show on 5FM and went to net casting on CliffCentral. CliffCentral.com it broadcasts from 6am – 6pm the program is on repeat so you can always catch up later. www.dstv.com; Wechat CliffCentral Account.
@Trevornoah
Trevor Noah is a jack of all trades he’s been to television and radio presenting, Acting and being a spokesperson and a consumer protection agent for South African third largest cellular network Cell C. Trevor has been a host in many major awards ceremonies such as the 16th annual South African music awards. Trevor dropped everything to focus on his comedy career which is doing very well. For more on his shows visit www.trevornoah.com.
Lerato Lira Molopo talent has won her a big fan base across the globe. This celebrated sensational songstress has recorded songs which have touched many South Africans and international fans. The Afro-Jazz singer has scooped herself multiple awards including South African music awards for album of the year, best female (2009) best live DVD (2013) and she was a nominee at the BET awards (2012). Lira is an inspiration to many aspiring artist. http://t.co/E88p6KWD6K
The list is open for objections…
Im so loving the people you choose , they are really the best in what they do they are an inspiration to many young men and woman out there they work speaks for them.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mmathabo these people made the list because of the hard work and respect they have for their craft.
Deleteyou nailed it my brother, those people are very influential and they work hard too. I am INSPIRED. #Smiley face. You are right Mathabo they are the best
ReplyDeleteTrue that Trudy to make it in this industry you really have to put hard work. I glad you are inspired by this post.
DeleteThese are truly inspirational people and I love how they control themselves as brands. Hard work does pay off. For me they are the best top five social media influential people in South Africa and loving the work that they are doing.
ReplyDeleteTrue that MC big up to the PR team behind them.
DeleteInfluential in terms of? I'm assuming that this list is according to your own Twitter timeline right? Lol just fucking with you... congrats on your first post
ReplyDeleteLOL Khanyi thank you dear.
DeleteCongratulations on your first blog friend i'm so proud of you, well written and well researched big up.. #Howilation
ReplyDeleteThank you Clintilation hope these candidates inspires you to nature your brand.
DeleteAn excellent job for a first time blogger, congratulations and keep up the good work. #Howilation
ReplyDeleteThank you #Katlility I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Deletewhat a brilliant and uplifting blog for a first time blogger, indeed they are the best top five influential citizens of SA and they very inspirational when comes to the media industry....
ReplyDeleteThank you Zanele I'm so happy that most of you loved this blog and you where happy about my top 5.
DeleteYes they are influential indeed , I am personally inspired by the people you have listed and I have learned so much from them, I wish to work very closely with them in the future
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you find these people influential and inspires you. I wish you all the best and don't stop dreaming one day you will be on their PR team.
DeleteYour post was very interesting it has crabbed my attention to see that celebrities they have a role which they play on the media side
ReplyDeleteThank you Matilda I'm glad you enjoyed the post hope you see how is important to nature your brand.
DeleteI agree with you, they are influential. However, I think the Public Protector -Thuli Madonsela was suppose to be part of the list also instead of Lira.
ReplyDeleteYeah I understand you Linda, but as I stated that these are my top 5 entertainers to follow on social media. If I was looking at all fields Thuli was going to be the 2nd one after Bonang.
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