Overview
- The award was presented during the Grammys’ awards sessions at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Feb. 1, and she shared her thanks in a backstage interview.
- In her remarks she expressed pride in Africa and confirmed her sophomore album A-Pop for a U.S. summer 2026 release.
- She prevailed over nominees Burna Boy, Davido featuring Omah Lay, Eddy Kenzo with Mehran Matin, and Ayra Starr featuring Wizkid.
- South Africa’s Deputy Minister Peace Mabe praised the achievement as a national cultural milestone for young creatives.
- The victory extends a global run that includes Billboard, MTV and iHeartRadio honors, with her single Chanel currently No. 1 on Billboard’s US Afrobeats Songs chart.