South African Grammy-winning sensation Tyla is set to make history as she headlines Afro Nation 2026, one of the world’s biggest celebrations of Afrobeats and urban music. The global star will take center stage from July 3 to 5, 2026, at Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, The Algarve, Portugal.
The announcement sent fans into a frenzy across social media, hailing it as another defining moment in the young star’s meteoric rise. Known for her chart-topping single Water, Tyla’s latest achievement cements her place among Africa’s most influential artists shaping global sound.
She will headline alongside Nigerian powerhouses Wizkid and Asake, as well as American rapper Gunna and R&B star Mariah The Scientist, in what promises to be one of Afro Nation’s most dynamic lineups yet.
Having both Tyla and Wizkid as headliners marks a powerful statement for African music, underscoring the continent’s continued influence on global stages. Fans are especially excited about a potential live performance of “Dynamite,”Tyla’s hit collaboration with Wizkid from her We Wanna Party mixtape — a moment expected to electrify the festival crowd.
Adding an international twist, Gunna will make his Afro Nation debut, performing his collaboration Jump with Tyla.
Renowned for its scenic beachfront setting and vibrant atmosphere, Afro Nation has become a defining cultural event — a space where African rhythms meet global audiences in celebration of unity, heritage, and creativity.
For Tyla, this milestone performance continues her unstoppable global ascent, reaffirming her as one of Africa’s brightest and most influential voices in contemporary music.
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