Former forex trader and businessman Michael Amushelelo recently shared details of his past, reflecting on the time when he lived what many would call a millionaire’s dream life. According to him, there was a time when money was never a problem. In fact, he says he was so rich that he used to buy a new car every week, and eventually lost count of how many he owned.
Amushelelo said he didn’t just buy cars for transport, he called them “toys.” He had one for each day of the week. From German luxury vehicles to sports cars with loud engines, his garage looked like a showroom. He enjoyed showing off these cars in the townships, spinning them while crowds gathered to watch. His favorite at the time was a Mercedes-Benz E63S AMG, a powerful V8 machine that he often drove to entertain the people in the location.
But the cars were just one part of his lifestyle. At the peak of his success, Amushelelo said he lived in a massive mansion in Windhoek with three floors, an elevator inside the house, and a swimming pool on the top floor. He said the mansion gave him some of the best views of the city. To many, this kind of living is something they only see in movies, but for him, it was everyday life.
He shared how he used to go out every weekend to spin his cars, even though it meant having to replace the back tires almost every time. For him, it was worth it, because he believed he was inspiring the young people who watched him. He remembered how people would scream and cheer while he was spinning, and those moments stayed in his heart.
Despite all the wealth, Amushelelo says he never forgot where he came from. He said he came from the same streets as the people he entertained, and that’s why he tried to remain connected to the community. He talked about how he took part in many protests in 2019, including protests by taxi drivers and students. According to him, he didn’t need to be there, he had enough money to stay comfortable, but he chose to stand with the people.
He also mentioned helping students who couldn’t afford registration fees, giving out food and water during protests, and buying school uniforms for children in remote areas like Opuwo. He even said he tried to build classrooms for a school, but those plans were stopped by the Government.
Amushelelo claimed that he gave financial support to independent political candidates, funded campaigns, and helped many musicians and sportsmen. He remembered attending a fundraising event for Ricardo Mannetti’s football academy and spending N$150,000 on auction items, but he only took one jersey and leaving the rest behind.
How other people saw, heard about, and remember Amushelelo’s lavish lifestyle.
Despite his efforts to reveal his true identity and show how he used to help people when he was wealthy, there are viral videos that tell a different story.
In one of the videos circulating online, Amushelelo is seen telling people to stop asking him for money. “I worked for my money,” he says. “You must also work for yours.”
In another clip, he appears to be offering money to people while encouraging them to join the Illuminati, something that left many people shocked. Watch the video below, he explain why he did it.
Eventually, his wealth disappeared. His bank accounts were frozen, and his properties were taken. He claimed the government feared his power, and that’s why he was targeted. According to him, it wasn’t just about the money it was about the impact he was making with that money.
Today, Amushelelo says he cannot open a bank account, start a business, or even travel because his passport was taken. He calls himself the President of the Ghettos ever since he moved into a shack made of zinc sheets. But he still believes he hasn’t been defeated. He often quotes Bible verses and says that no matter what is taken from him, people can’t take away the mind that created all those things.
Why does Amushelelo have to remind people who he was?
As he prepares for a court case on the 25th of April 2025, Amushelelo says he needs help with legal fees. He reminded people of his past not to boast, but to show where he came from and what he did when he had money.
He ended his message with a scripture, Romans 8:18:
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us.”
Michael Amushelelo’s story is one that reminds many of how fast life can change. Whether people agree with him or not, one thing is clear: he lived a life that most only dream of, and now he’s facing a very different chapter.
