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Tanzanian Music Superstar Diamond Platnumz Sets Ambitious Goal to Become World's Richest Man

© AP Photo / Antonio CalanniDiamond Platnumz arrives for the 2015 MTV European Music Awards in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015.
Diamond Platnumz arrives for the 2015 MTV European Music Awards in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015.  - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 09.09.2024
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Diamond Platnumz's entrepreneurial endeavors, including his influential WCB record label, the annual Wasafi Festival, Wasafi Media Group, and his high-end betting platform Wasafi Bet, solidify his commitment to building an empire beyond music.
Tanzanian popular musician Naseeb Abdul, better known by his stage name Diamond Platnumz, has set the entertainment world ablaze with a bold declaration: he aims to become the world's richest person.
The announcement was made during the launch of the annual Wasafi Festival 2024, sending shockwaves through the industry.
"My biggest dream in life is to be the richest man in the world," Platnumz said. " That’s my dream, and I can assure you that I will achieve it."
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The ambition to surpass global titans like Elon Musk, Bernard Arnault, Jeff Bezos, and Aliko Dangote is not just a dream but a mission fueled by Diamond's unwavering determination and proven track record of turning aspirations into reality.
"I remember saying at a Wasafi Festival that I would buy a Rolls Royce, and now it’s in my driveway because I believe that everything is possible. I assure you that I will represent Tanzania as the richest man in the world," recalled the 34-year-old superstar, who now owns an impressive collection of luxury cars estimated to be worth nearly $1 million.
The Wasafi Festival 2024, set to kick off on September 14th in Ruangwa, promises to be a spectacular event, featuring Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa as a headliner. This year's festival introduces a unique twist, with renowned artist Shilole taking on the role of chef as the celebration travels across different regions.
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