By Chantelle Muzanenhamo
The much-anticipated third season of the hit reality series Young, Famous & African is set to premiere on Netflix on January 17, bringing a fresh dose of drama and excitement to fans.
The newly released trailer hints at a season filled with intense personal journeys, broken marriages, fragile friendships, and captivating new relationships that are sure to captivate viewers.
This season expands the cast with notable new additions, including South African influencer Kefilwe Mabote, Nollywood star Ini Edo, and entrepreneur Shakib Lutaaya.
Fans can look forward to seeing these personalities alongside returning favorites from across the continent, such as Zari “The Boss Lady” Hassan, Swanky Jerry, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, Diamond Platnumz, Naked DJ, KayLeigh Schwark, Fantana, Luis Munana, Nadia Nakai, and the ever-enigmatic Khanyi Mbau.
The previous season left off on a tumultuous note, with cast members, including Zari, openly accusing the show’s directors of focusing on conflict and controversy for ratings.
The cast expressed their frustration over the portrayal of their disagreements, claiming that the editing emphasized their fights while downplaying the lighter moments of their lives.
This backlash coincided with viewer criticism that the drama portrayed was excessive, particularly regarding how Luis Munana was presented on-screen.
As fans gear up for the premiere, there is a palpable sense of anticipation surrounding whether this season will rectify the missteps of the last one or if the dramatic game is still very much on.