In 2023, the Recording Academy announced a new Grammy category, Best African Music Performance. At the first presentation in February 2024, South African singer Tyla won for "Water", beating Burna Boy, Davido, Asake and Ayra Starr.
Love Nwantiti
CKay
Last Last
Burna Boy
Rush
Ayra Starr
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Davido
Lonely At The Top
Asake
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