South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, beating top African artists including Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid.
The fast-rising global star secured the Grammy with her hit song “Push 2 Start,” standing out in one of the most competitive categories celebrating African music. Other nominees in the category included Burna Boy’s “Love,” Davido’s “With You” featuring Omah Lay, Ayra Starr and Wizkid’s “Gimme Dat,” as well as Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin’s “Hope & Love.”
Tyla’s victory further confirms her position as one of Africa’s most influential new voices on the global music stage. The Best African Music Performance category was created to recognize outstanding African artists, promote cultural diversity, and highlight the growing international impact of African sounds such as Afrobeats and Amapiano.
This Grammy win marks a major milestone in Tyla’s career and reflects the continued global rise of African music, as artists from the continent gain increased recognition and acclaim worldwide.
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