Ayra Starr
NigeriaartistFemaleb. 20025.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Ayra Starr is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has made a significant impact on the global music scene. She gained fame with her self-titled EP in 2021, showcasing her unique blend of Afropop and R&B. With her recent historic win as the first woman in 16 years to win Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards, she has solidified her status as a leading figure in African music.
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Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, was initially denied a visa because she submitted an inappropriate yellow fever certificate.
Ayra Starr Denied South Africa Visa Over Wrong CertificateNigeria· 2026-08-08
Driemo will perform alongside some of the continent’s most in-demand acts, including Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr.
Malawian hitmaker Driemo to share stage with African music royalty as star-studded Africa Connect line-up revealed - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports
Malawi· 2026-08-04
The South African government has also rejected claims that Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, and her team were denied visas.
Picking Atiku as VP was my biggest mistakeNigeria· 2026-08-01
Ayra Starr is a Nigerian singer whose visa application to South Africa was allegedly denied.
Ayra Starr Visa Denial: South Africa Demands ProofNigeria· 2026-08-01
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr was previously denied entry visas to South Africa, leading to the cancellation of her engagements.
Natasha Demands Visa Reciprocity for South African ArtistesNigeria· 2026-07-31
Ayra Starr is among the African creatives bringing Children of Blood and Bone to life and marks a major career milestone as she makes her acting debut.
Ayra Starr and Tems join Children of Blood and Bone
Tanzania· 2026-07-31
Ayra Starr was nominated for the 2026 Best African Music Performance with her song Gimme Dat.
Three years on: Why Bongo Flava is still missing from the Grammys' African music spotlightTanzania· 2026-07-24
Ayra Starr is included among Africa's biggest music exports.
Juma Jux breaks into Global Top 250, ranks among Africa's top digital artistesTanzania· 2026-07-14
Ayra Starr was nominated for the African Grammy but did not win.
Tyla beats Burna Boya and Davido to African Grammy
United Kingdom· 2026-02-02Ayra Starr missed out in the African music category.
The Complete List of Winners and NomineesNigeria· 2026-02-02
Ayra Starr's Gimme Dat was nominated but did not win at the 2026 Grammy awards.
Nigeria goes empty-handed as Tyla wins againNigeria· 2026-02-02Ayra Starr missed out on a trophy at the 2026 Grammy Awards despite multiple nominations.
Grammy 2026: Davido reveals ‘with you’ nearly cut from albumNigeria· 2026-02-02Ayra Starr is one of Africa’s greatest stars.
Back to old days: Tukutane lines up mega celebrities for world-class experience
Kenya· 2025-11-23
Ayra Starr urged the audience to ensure that everyone has access to energy, especially in Africa.
Shakira, Camilo y Cardi B unen voces en Nueva York por África
Dominican Republic· 2025-09-28
Liquorose listed some of Nigeria’s biggest stars, including Ayra Starr, as her top music choices to dance to.
Beyond Dance – New Music & MoreNigeria· 2025-06-15
Ayra Starr is the youngest among the top ten, having surpassed 1 billion views since starting her channel in January 2021.
Burna Boy, Wizkid Top Most Viewed Afrobeats ArtistsNigeria· 2025-05-30
Ayra Starr has emerged the first Nigerian songstress to hit 1 billion views on YouTube.
Ayra Starr becomes first Nigerian female singer to hit 1 billion YouTube views
Ghana· 2025-05-27
Ayra Starr is a rising Nigerian musician who is part of the afrobeats scene.
De Burna Boy à « Young, Famous and African », les promesses du « soft power » africain
France· 2025-05-25
Nigerian artiste Ayra Starr is nominated in the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist category.
Abigail Chams nominated for 2025 BET AwardsTanzania· 2025-05-08
Ayra Starr has earned the prestigious Platinum Certification in the United Kingdom for her hit single 'Rush'.
Ayra Starr clinches UK platinum certification for 'Rush'Nigeria· 2025-05-08Ayra Starr brought her signature 'sabi girl' energy in a bold, floor-length gown that was both minimal and striking.
PICTURES: Stars shine at 2025 Met GalaGhana· 2025-05-06
Ayra Starr expressed displeasure over the handling of her win at the Headies.
Knocks, kudos as Headies returns ‘Back to Base’Nigeria· 2025-05-03
Ayra Starr is one of the top contenders leading the nominations.
Qing Madi, Zerry DL, Liya, London take the leadNigeria· 2025-04-28
Ayra Starr is mentioned as a musician whose track 'Rush' the speaker is in love with.
»Der står altid en iskold IPA klar til mig, når jeg træder ind ad døren til restauranten«
Denmark· 2025-04-16Artistes like Ayra Starr have contributed to Nigeria's success in the music industry.
No single artiste can take Ghana to the top, we need collaboration – EdemGhana· 2025-03-31
Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr is set to make her Hollywood debut in the highly anticipated movie adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone.
Ayra Starr: Nigerian music sensation lands Hollywood role in Children of Blood and Bone movieKenya· 2025-03-15
Ayra Starr won the award for Best Artist in West Africa.
Mastaa waliong'ara tuzo za Trace 2025Tanzania· 2025-02-28
Ayra Starr won the Best International Act and Best African Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards.
MOBO Awards 2025: Full List of WinnersNigeria· 2025-02-19
Ayra Starr has made history as the first woman in 16 years to win Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards.
Ayra Starr becomes first woman in 16 years to win best African act – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-02-19
