Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. South African superstar Tyla has won her first MTV Video Music ...

“I come from South Africa, I represent Ampiano. I represent my country," said Tyla. Tyla used her first Video Music Awards win to educate the world on African music. The Johannesburg native gained ...

Burna Boy is a master of his craft whose dedication to artistry — specifically in his performances — has played a significant role in his rise to stardom. “People don’t understand that live ...

At the 2024 Video Music Awards (VMAs), South African singer Tyla made waves with her performance and acceptance speech after winning the “Best Afrobeat” award for her hit song, “Water.” This moment ...

March 22 (UPI) --Tyla is back with new music. The South African singer released her self-titled debut album and a music video for the song "Art" on Friday. The "Art" video shows Tyla pose as a person ...

Tyla's mission is clear. She's setting out to change the geography of pop stardom. "It's something I feel like the industry is lacking," the singer declares. "An African pop star." Fresh off a year of ...

THE ninth edition of the Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, is once again a reminder that Africa’s music industry has never lacked talent, energy or global relevance. What it has often lacked are strong ...