South African Tyla Wins Best Afrobeats at 2025 VMAs, Nigerian Singers Miss Out

Nigerian singers missed out on the Best Afrobeats award at the 2025 VMAs, with South African artist Tyla clinching the honor. Despite losing in the Best Choreography category, Tyla emerged victorious.

Notable African nominees like Burna Boy and Ayra Starr left empty-handed. Lady Gaga won four awards, including Artist of the Year, at the New York-held event.

The MTV Video Music Awards saw a mix of winners, with Tyla shining in the Afrobeats category.