Tyla just became the most awarded African female artist this year. The South African singer grabbed twelve trophies in 2025 alone. Her wins include major ones from the American Music Awards, the MTV VMAs, iHeartRadio, and Billboard Women in Music. She also scored honors from the Kids' Choice Awards, Glamour Magazine, the Trace Awards, and several African award bodies.
This new milestone builds on her insane streak from last year. Back in 2024, she was the most awarded African artist, period, collecting twenty-eight awards. That stack included a Grammy, multiple BET and Billboard Music Awards, and MTV Europe Music Awards. Those honors recognized her impact beyond music, touching fashion and youth culture.
Her award streak really started picking up global steam in 2023. She took home an African Entertainment Award USA that year, which fans see as her true launchpad onto the international stage.
This new milestone builds on her insane streak from last year. Back in 2024, she was the most awarded African artist, period, collecting twenty-eight awards. That stack included a Grammy, multiple BET and Billboard Music Awards, and MTV Europe Music Awards. Those honors recognized her impact beyond music, touching fashion and youth culture.
Her award streak really started picking up global steam in 2023. She took home an African Entertainment Award USA that year, which fans see as her true launchpad onto the international stage.
