Renowned boxing legend, Floyd Mayweather, is currently on an African tour, making stops in various cities across the continent.
During this tour, Mayweather aims to promote and support local boxers under his brand, The Money Team.
One of the highlights of his tour was his recent visit to Zimbabwe, where he was accompanied by his entire entourage.
The visit garnered significant attention and excitement among boxing enthusiasts and fans in the country.
However, it was Mayweather’s extravagant visit to South Africa that truly made headlines.
During his time there, he made an unprecedented move by practically buying out the entire Gucci store.
This extraordinary act was captured in a viral video on Twitter, showing Mayweather leaving the store surrounded by a substantial security detail, a sight rarely seen even for celebrities.
What makes this incident even more remarkable is the reason behind it. Mayweather’s visit to the Gucci store in South Africa was not merely a display of lavish spending; it was driven by his desire to support and uplift the local community.
By making such an extravagant purchase, he sought to draw attention to the store, encourage sales, and ultimately contribute to the economy and livelihoods of the people in the region.
Through his African tour, Mayweather is not only showcasing his star power but also using his influence to make a positive impact on the lives of aspiring boxers and the communities he visits.
His commitment to supporting local talent and businesses has left a lasting impression on fans and locals alike, solidifying his reputation as more than just a boxing legend but also a philanthropic figure.
According to local reports, as cited by Marca, the 46-year-old departed the store after splurging a staggering amount on his shopping spree – believed to exceed $7 million.
The particular video in question was filmed at a Gucci store situated in Sandton City, Johannesburg.
Mayweather to empower African youths
Meanwhile, beyond the glitz and glamour, Harare reports that Mayweather’s Motherland Tour carries a profound purpose of empowering the youth and inspiring the next generation.
The flamboyant retired boxer intends to spearhead projects aimed at generating job opportunities for young people across Africa, recognising their potential and capacity for greatness.
Mayweather also reportedly plans to make undisclosed donations to both Zimbabwe and South Africa, demonstrating his commitment to giving back to local communities.
Mayweather spotted in Sandton City
It’s not every day that you bump into a superstar while shopping in a mall, yet this was the case for boxing fans who visited Sandton City recently.
As Sports Brief reported, Mayweather was spotted in Johannesburg as the legendary boxer continues his international Motherland Tour.
Floyd Mayweather arrives in Zimbabwe
Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Mayweather touching down in Harare, Zimbabwe, commencing his highly anticipated three-day visit to the African nation.
Money, who was invited to the country by prominent businessman and boxing enthusiast, Scott Sakupwanya, arrived in his private jet worth a cool $50 million.