Tyla makes history at the 2026 South African Music Awards

Global South African star Tyla received the AfriPure International Achievement Award for the second time at the 32nd South African Music Awards (SAMA32), held on August 15, 2026. Other notable winners included HLE for 'Album of the Year' and 'Female Artist of the Year', and Mzukulu for 'Male Artist of the Year'. The awards ceremony celebrated artists who continue to shape and reflect the country's unique sound.