Several African stars have earned nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), shining a spotlight on the continent’s vibrant talent. In the Best African Act category, nominees include Nigerian chart-toppers Ayra Starr and Asake, Tanzanian music icon Diamond Platnumz, South African sensation Tyla, and DJ-turned-vocalist DBN Gogo. Joining them are rising stars TitoM and Yuppe, known for their hit collaboration “Tshwala Bam.
” Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp Ayra Starr, Asake, Burna Boy, Tems, and Tyla have also secured spots in the Best Afrobeats category, which made its debut at last year’s EMAs. Rema, who took home the award in 2023, is back to defend his title. Meanwhile, Tyla continues her meteoric rise with additional nominations for Best New Artist and Best R&B , showcasing her genre-bending versatility.
Ayra Starr also lands in the Best New Artist category, along with a nod for Best Push , further cementing her position as one of Afrobeats’ most promising stars. ALSO READ: The 2024 MTV EMAs will take place at Manchester’s Co-Op Live on Sunday, November 10. Fans can cast their votes for their favourite artists on the official MTV EMAs website, with voting open until November 6.
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