Tyla Beats Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema at AMA 2026

Tyla wins two awards at the 2026 American Music Awards

Tyla has done it again. The South African global star walked away with two awards at the 52nd annual American Music Awards, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on 25 May. She was not present at the ceremony, but her absence did nothing to diminish the significance of what she collected. She won Best Afrobeats Artist — defending the title she claimed at last year’s ceremony — and Social Song of the Year for her 2026 single CHANEL, whi…

Tyla Beats Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema at AMA 2026

South African singer Tyla emerged victorious at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMA), beating Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Rema in the Favourite Afrobeats Artist category. The award ceremony took place in the United States on Monday night, with Tyla continuing her impressive rise on the global music scene following the international success of her hit songs and debut album. The Favourite Afrobeats Artist category featured some of Africa…