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Summary
Ayra Starr made history at the 2025 MOBO Awards, winning Best African Act and Best International Act, becoming the first woman in 16 years to claim the African category.
Nigerian singer and songwriter Ayra Starr emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 2025 MOBO Awards, held at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena on February 17, 2025. She won two major awards: Best African Act and Best International Act, confirming her place as a global music star.
Following her victory, the music icon took to X to celebrate, posting: “My king!!! Jesus! Thank you!!!!!”
The Mavin Records star made history as the first woman to win Best African Act in 16 years, defeating Asake, Rema, Tems, Burna Boy, and Tyla, who were nominated in the category. She also triumphed over global icons such as Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Kendrick Lamar, Megan Thee Stallion, Tems, and Tyla to win the Best International Act award.
The event, hosted by Indiyah Polack and Eddie Kadi, celebrated the best of Black music and culture.
The Music of Black Origin Awards (MOBO) is an annual British music ceremony honouring excellence in Black music, spanning genres such as hip-hop, R&B, soul, reggae, jazz, gospel, and African music. For nearly 30 years, the awards have recognised and celebrated Black artists in the UK and beyond.
With her double win, Ayra Starr continues to break barriers and solidify her place as one of Africa’s most influential artists on the global stage.
