South African singer Tyla Seethal made a major impact at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards, winning three awards, including Best African Act. Tyla took home the prestigious award, surpassing notable African artists such as Diamond Platnumz, Asake, TiToM and Yuppe, DBN Gogo, and Ayra Starr.
Tyla’s wins spanned multiple categories: Best African Act, Best Afrobeat, and Best R&B, showcasing her growing influence and talent on the global stage as a leading African artist.
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Other top winners of the night included Taylor Swift, who took home several awards, including Best Artist, Best US Act, Best Live Act, and Best Video for her song “Fortnight” featuring Post Malone.
Additional notable winners included Busta Rhymes, who received the Global Icon award, Ariana Grande for Best Pop, Eminem for Best Hiphop, and Raye for Best UK & Ireland Act.
The MTV Europe Music Awards ceremony was held in the UK for the first time in seven years, taking place at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, delivering an unforgettable night for music fans worldwide.