Annual Grammy Awards (2026), and Africa’s top stars are once again in the global spotlight. The Best African Music Performance category continues to celebrate the continent’s diverse sounds, rich culture, and growing influence on the world stage.
This year’s nominees include some of Africa’s biggest names, each representing different regions and styles that define modern African music.
Nominees for Best African Music Performance (2026 Grammys)
• Burna Boy — Love
• Davido ft. Omah Lay — With You
• Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin — Hope & Love
• Ayra Starr ft. Wizkid — Gimme Dat
• Tyla — PUSH 2 START
The nomination list highlights the blend of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and traditional African sounds that have taken the world by storm. Burna Boy, a previous Grammy winner, makes a return to the category, while Tyla — who won in 2024 — continues her international rise.
Ayra Starr’s collaboration with Wizkid and Davido’s smooth partnership with Omah Lay showcase the continued evolution of Nigeria’s Afrobeats dominance. Meanwhile, Uganda’s Eddy Kenzo teams up with Mehran Matin in a cross-cultural effort that’s earning global attention.
The 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony will take place early next year in Los Angeles, celebrating the best in global music talent.
