South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, defeating Nigerian nominees Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr and others. The win confirms her growing dominance on the global Afrobeats and pop scene.
Her song Push 2 Start won the award, marking her second consecutive victory in the category since its introduction. The Recording Academy cited the track’s global reach and commercial success.
The category featured some of Africa’s biggest music exports, reflecting the increasing international visibility of African music. Despite the strong Nigerian presence, Tyla’s crossover appeal proved decisive.
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Reactions to the win were mixed, with fans celebrating African representation while others questioned how global influence is measured within the category.
Still, the award highlights the expanding reach of African artists and the Grammys’ evolving engagement with music from the continent.
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