South African singer Tyla has taken the lead among African artists on Spotify, hitting a peak of 40.7 million monthly listeners. This impressive milestone highlights her rising influence and global reach in the music scene.
Close behind is Nigerian superstar Rema, boasting 40 million monthly listeners, while CKay comes in third with 34 million. Other notable Nigerian talents like Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Tems, and Wizkid also dominate the streaming charts, proving that Nigeria remains a powerhouse in African music.
Ghanaian artists like Moliy and Amaarae, Cameroon’s Libianca, and Mauritius’ DJ Yo! and AXEL demonstrate the diversity of talent across the continent, while Algerian artist Soolking rounds out the top 16.
With so many African artists reaching global audiences, it’s clear that the continent’s music scene is stronger than ever, and Tyla’s top spot signals a new era of African dominance on streaming platforms.
