Dubbed Miss February, Dj and television personality Lerato Kganyago hogged the headlines on every Valentine’s day for her lavish celebrations and drew comparisons with actress Pearl Thusi. Despite being spoiled by her multi-millionaire husband, Lerato is a wealthy businesswoman in her own right.
On the other hand, the Queen Sono star Pearl Thusi is a force to reckon with, a global superstar, businesswoman and philanthropist; Pearl is a wholesome package. We look at the two inspiring personalities, their business empires, gigs, incomes and net worth in 2022.
Lerato Kganyago profile
Lerato was born in Soweto on 22 July 1983; she attended Ipolokeng Primary school and Boksburg High School. After matric, she studied for a Degree in Public Relations, Travel and Tourism. Before her television and radio career, she worked as a flight attendant for Qatar Airways for several years.
Her marriage to millionaire Thami Ndlala often referred to as Thami Ndlela, courted headlines when the couple parted ways three months into the marriage.
In a statement, Lerato announced that they decided to go separate ways due to different priorities and workloads; however, they remained friends. A few months later, Thami threw a massive birthday party for Lerato, confirming that the couple was together again.
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How Lerato Kganyago makes her money? Business Empire – Net worth 2022 (R144 million)
Lerato is a multi-faceted, award-winning television presenter who works as a Dj, model and actress. She makes her money from corporate bookings and events management. The widespread use of social media as a marketing tool makes Lerato a perfect brand influencer. In 2021, she made over R4.8 million from social media marketing and brand activation. Kganyago owns a make-up range, FlutterByLKG, exclusively found in elite retail outlets.
Hotel (12 on Hillel Villa and Spa) – Value R 34 million
LKG in the entertainment circles, Lerato took Mzansi by surprise after revealing her business empire. On 14 February, Lerato introduced Mzansi to her new hotel and restaurant named 12 on Hillel Villa and Spa, valued at R34 million.
Lerato Kganyago Cars
She owns one of the most expensive fleets in Mzansi, rich with top of the range luxurious cars.
Porshe (Turbo S Cabriolet PDK) – R 4 102 000
Rolls Royce Cullinan 2021- R11 600 000
Mercedes Benz G Wagon – R5.2 million
Her husband gifted Lerato a new Mercedes Benz G Wagon on Valentine’s day.
Who is richer, Lerato Kganyago vs Pearl Thusi?
Pearl Thusi Business Empire – Net Worth (2022) R119 million.
Born Sithembile Xola Pearl Thusi on 13 May 1988 in the township of KwaNdengezi, Durban, she attended Pinetown Girls High school enrolled at Wits University to study a Law Degree before she dumped it to pursue an acting career. Pearl is multi-talent and dubs as a Television host, radio personality, model and actress; it is from the latter that she amassed most of the wealth she had.
Queen Sono – R44 million
Pearl Thusi played a lead role on Queen Sono, a South African Netflix action series that featured seasoned cast members including Vuyo Dabula, Abigail Kubheka and Connie Chiume. Queen Sono’s operated on an R224.6 billion production, and according to close sources, Pearl Thusi walked away with R44 million in commission.
Pearl recently hogged the headlines after she went on a date with a fan, Twitter personality Mr Smeg, on a live lunch date. Praised for showing humility and willingness to interact with fans, she looks to create a marketing platform for black businesses through celebrity and fans dates.
