The goal of every artist is to entertain their audience through their artistry. However, their work must correspond with their income which determines their lifestyle. The rap industry has in the recent past emerged as one of the fastest growing music genre in Africa. It has been cultivated and has helped young talents mature in the music industry. In the course of this growth, African rappers have bagged millions and millions of money, and in the process built fortunes through rapping.
Here are the top 10 richest rappers in Africa.
| Rank | Name | Country | Net Worth |
| 1. | Olamide | Nigeria | $11 million |
| 2. | Phyno | Nigeria | $10 million |
| 3. | Banky W | Nigeria | $9 million |
| 4. | M.I Abaga | Nigeria | $8 million |
| 5. | Sarkodie | Ghana | $7 million |
| 6. | Die Antwoord | South Africa | $5 million |
| 7. | Falz | Nigeria | $4.1 million |
| 8. | Ice Prince | Nigeria | $4 million |
| 9. | Cassper Nyovest | South Africa | $3 million |
| 10. | Ycee | Nigeria | $1.5 million |
