South African music sensation Tyla has reached another extraordinary milestone in her fast-rising global career, officially becoming the most awarded African female artist of 2025. The achievement further cements her position as one of Africa’s most influential and successful musical exports, as her impact continues to resonate across international and local platforms.
With an impressive 12 awards already secured this year, Tyla has surpassed her peers in terms of recognition, showcasing her sustained dominance in the global music industry.
The accolades collected by Tyla in 2025 span some of the most prestigious award platforms in the world. Her wins reflect not only her musical success but also her ability to connect with diverse audiences across continents.
Among the major honours Tyla has received this year are awards from the American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), iHeartRadio Music Awards, and the Billboard Women in Music Awards. These globally recognised ceremonies have highlighted her influence as an African artist breaking boundaries on the international stage.
In addition to these high-profile wins, Tyla has also taken home trophies from the Kids’ Choice Awards and Glamour Magazine’s Women of the Year Awards, further demonstrating her crossover appeal and popularity with both mainstream audiences and industry tastemakers.
Tyla Dominates African and Global Award Platforms
Beyond international ceremonies, Tyla has continued to shine at Africa-focused and cultural awards. Her 2025 wins include recognition from the African Entertainment Award USA, the Trace Awards, NXT Honors, and the Entertainment Arts Excellence Awards.
She has also claimed two Africa Arts Entertainment Awards, reinforcing her status as a leading figure in African music. These achievements underscore her ability to represent the continent while competing successfully on a global scale.
Industry observers note that Tyla’s consistent recognition across different regions signals a shift in how African artists are perceived globally, with her success helping to open doors for future generations.
Tyla’s historic achievement in 2025 follows an already remarkable year in 2024, when she was named the most awarded African artist overall. During that year, she amassed an astonishing 28 awards, a feat that firmly established her as a global powerhouse.
Her 2024 accolades included a Grammy Award, multiple MTV Europe Music Awards, BET Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and an MTV VMA. Alongside these international honours, she also received numerous African and South African awards celebrating her musical excellence.
The scale of her 2024 success placed Tyla in a league of her own and set the foundation for her continued dominance in 2025.
What sets Tyla apart from many of her contemporaries is her influence beyond music. In 2024, she also received awards recognising her cultural impact, creativity, and role in shaping youth culture.
Fashion houses, media platforms, and cultural institutions have increasingly embraced Tyla as a style icon and trendsetter. Her presence at major fashion events and her influence on global youth culture have made her one of Africa’s most visible and impactful stars.
These achievements have helped broaden her brand, positioning her as more than just a musician but as a cultural figure with global relevance.
While her recent accolades are historic, Tyla’s international journey began gaining momentum in 2023. That year, she won an African Entertainment Award USA, a moment many fans and industry insiders now view as the turning point in her career.
The award marked the start of her global recognition and laid the groundwork for the unprecedented success that followed in 2024 and 2025. Since then, Tyla’s trajectory has been marked by rapid growth, record-breaking achievements, and increasing influence across entertainment industries.
As Tyla continues to collect awards and break records, her career serves as a powerful example of African excellence on the world stage. Becoming the most awarded African female artist of 2025 is not just a personal milestone but a moment of pride for South African and African music as a whole.
With her momentum showing no signs of slowing, Tyla’s legacy is still being written — and the global music industry is watching closely as she continues to redefine what is possible for African artists.