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South Africa’s Tyla Shines In African, R&B Categories At 2024 MTV EMAs

South African singer Tyla made a historic mark at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) after winning three major awards, including Best Afrobeats Artist, Best African Act, and Best R&B Artist. 

Her wins were a significant triumph, particularly as she surpassed leading Nigerian Afrobeats artists like Asake, Tems, Rema, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr to clinch the Best Afrobeats Artist award.

In the Best African Act category, Tyla outshone fierce competition from Nigerian musician Asake, South Africa’s DBN Gogo, and Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz, solidifying her reputation across the continent. 

Additionally, Tyla claimed the Best R&B Artist award, triumphing over American superstars Khelani, SZA, Tinashe, Usher, and Victoria Monèt.

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr, despite four nominations, left the ceremony without an award. She was up for Best African Act, Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist, and Best Push but faced strong competition in all categories.

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