AFRICAN ARTISTS SHINE AT THE 2025 BET AWARDS NOMINATIONS

The 2025 BET Awards have once again showcased the global impact of African music, with several artists from the continent earning prestigious nominations. From Afrobeats to Amapiano, African talent continues to dominate the international music scene, proving its influence on a worldwide scale.

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African Nominees at the 2025 BET Awards

Best International Act

Leading the charge in this category are:

Ayra Starr (Nigeria) – The Afrobeats sensation continues her global rise.
Rema (Nigeria) – Fresh off his international success, Rema secures another nomination.
Black Sherif (Ghana) – The Ghanaian star’s unique sound earns him a spot.
Tyla (South Africa) – Riding the wave of her viral hit Water, Tyla represents South Africa.
Uncle Waffles (Eswatini) – The Amapiano DJ continues to make waves internationally.

Best New International Act

Emerging African artists making their mark include:

Shallipopi (Nigeria) – The viral Afrobeats star earns his first BET nomination.
Odeal (UK-based Nigerian artist) – His unique blend of sounds secures him a nod.
Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa) – A rising force in South African hip-hop.
Abigail Chams (Tanzania) – The Tanzanian singer is gaining global recognition.
Dlala Thukzin (South Africa) – Amapiano’s influence continues with this nomination.

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

Burna Boy (Nigeria) – His nomination in a major hip-hop category highlights his crossover success beyond Afrobeats.

BET Her Award

Tems (Nigeria) – Nominated for Burning & Hold On, Tems continues to shine as one of Africa’s most celebrated voices.

Africa’s Growing Influence in Global Music

The presence of African artists at the BET Awards reflects the continent’s expanding influence in global entertainment. With Afrobeats, Amapiano, and other African genres gaining mainstream recognition, these nominations further solidify Africa’s place in the international music industry.

The 2025 BET Awards will take place on June 9, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, celebrating Black excellence across music, television, film, and sports. Fans eagerly await to see how African artists will fare on the big night!