Below is a list of the richest gospel musicians in Africa
- Rebecca Malope
The wealthiest Christian musician in Africa is without a doubt Rebecca Malope, an award-winning African gospel singer. She is a well-known gospel performer not just in her own South Africa but also all around the world. She is referred to as “The African Queen of Gospel” and has been a musician for more than three decades. She has an estimated net worth of $4million.
Malope has had a remarkable career, selling more than 10 million copies of her record globally, making her one of South Africa’s best-selling artists. She is considered to be one of the wealthiest gospel musicians in Africa, with a net worth estimated to be around $4 million.
- Sammie Okposo
Sammie Okposo, a multi-award-winning gospel musician, is the upcoming richest gospel musician in Africa and is based in Nigeria. He founded Zamar Entertainment and is also a music producer, psalmist, entertainment consultant, and psalmist. Sammie Okposo has been performing gospel music professionally since 1995, and she has amassed a sizable wealth from trade-in activities like CD sales, live appearances on gospel programs, and music creation. Okposo presently ranks second among the Top 10 Wealthiest Gospel Musicians in Africa with an estimated net worth of $750,000.
- Mercy Chinwo
She is a gospel singer, song writer and comedian from Nigeria popularly known for her song ‘Jesus you love me too much.’ She first came to the spotlight in 2012 after winning the ‘Nigerian Idol.’ She also has an estimated net worth of $500million.
- Frank Edwards
Frank Ugochukwu Edwards, who’s estimated net worth is $600,000, ranks among the wealthiest gospel musicians in Africa. The debut album “The Definition” by the Nigerian singer, songwriter, and recording artist was released in 2008, catapulting him into the public eye. Since then, he has developed into one of the best gospel musicians in Africa. One of the most prosperous record companies in the business, Rocktown Records, was founded by Edward. He has an estimated net worth $600000.
Edward is also well-known throughout the world and has worked with notable gospel artists, such as Don Moen, on his most recent CD. Edward is one of the Top 10 Wealthiest Gospel Musicians in Africa thanks to sponsorship deals, song production, record sales, and live performances in gospel events.
- Nathaniel Bassey
A Nigerian gospel artist named Nathaniel Bassey joins our list of the richest gospel musicians in Africa thanks to his enormous net worth, which is estimated to be $500,000. Bassey plays the trumpet and is a singer, songwriter, and musician. A youth pastor for the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), he also serves as one. Not to mention that he is the instigator and organizer of the well-known live worship event known as the “Hallelujah Challenge” on Instagram.
- Sinach
She has an estimated net worth of $400000. Osinachi Joseph (né Kalu), better known by his stage name Sinach, is among the wealthiest gospel musicians in Africa. The fifth-placed gospel musician on the list is another Nigerian, Sinach. She performs as a singer, songwriter, and senior worship leader at Christ Embassy (Loveworld), one of Nigeria’s most well-known and significant churches. Sinach is the first wealthiest female gospel musician in Nigeria. She has a number of successful songs, including “Way Maker” (which has had over 100 million views on YouTube), “I Know Who I Am,” and “Great are you Lord,” among others.
- Eben
Eben is among the best-paid gospel musicians in Africa. The famous song “Imarama” by the Nigerian gospel musician propelled him to fame. Eben is the CEO of HAMMER HOUSE OF ROCK and one of the Nigerian gospel musicians who have their own record company. His has an estimated net worth of $370,000.
- Lindelani Mkhize
As one of the wealthiest African gospel musicians, Lindelani Mkhize transports us from Nigeria back to South Africa. He makes records and is a singer, songwriter, and musician. In addition, he is a founding member of Joyous Celebration, a well-known gospel music ensemble. In addition to gospel music, Mkhize is highly known for his work in other musical genres like jazz, afro-pop, and kwaito. Additionally, he is the owner of the Lindelani Mkhize Entertainment record company. His estimated net worth is $4million.
- Mthunzi Namba
Mthunzi Namba made our list of the wealthiest gospel musicians in Africa and is also a co-founder of the well-known gospel music group Joyous Celebration. Namba is a well-known pastor, singer, composer, producer, and gospel music performer in South Africa. Namba is renowned for leading South African modern evangelical music, and his compositions are well-known throughout the world. He has an estimated net worth of $3million.
- Benjamin Dube
The ninth-place finisher on our list of the wealthiest African gospel musicians is Benjamin Dube, who continues to represent South Africa. Since launching his music career in 1986, the South African Christian pastor and gospel singer has released more than a dozen well-received gospel CDs. His estimated net worth is $5million.
- Winnie Mashaba
Winnie Mashaba, one of the many award-winning African gospel musicians from South Africa, is the tenth wealthiest gospel musician in Africa. She is one of the most successful gospel music performers in South Africa, having released over 15 albums since the start of her musical career. Her net worth, however, is unclear as of the time this piece was put up. She has an estimated net worth of $2million
- Ada Ehi
She is an award-winning gospel vocalist who rose to fame with the releases of Lifted and Undenied. 2015’s Loveworld Music Awards chose her award-winning song “Our God Reigns” as the Best Song of the Year. She has an estimated net worth of $5million. Ada hails from Nigeria.
- Sonnie Badu
He is a famous gospel singer from Nigeria and a business man. Some of the businesses he owns unclude; Dizney Daycare, Eagle EyeFootball Agency, Private Jet Consulting, Online Store, Badu Homes among men others. He has estimated net worth of $4million. Sonnie is one of the most continuously well-liked live performers in the world. He has performed in virtually every country and routinely ranks well on top worship lists; his distinctive vocal style is as recognized as his hand-made accessories.
