The Grammy Awards 2024 had a new trophy to hand out - Best African Music Performance category. The prize reflects the growing popularity of Afrobeats, and other music from the continent, which is gaining a global audience with help from social media platforms such as short-form video app TikTok.

African music becomes a global chart topper

Modern African music is altering perceptions of the continent as part of a global cultural shift that marks a "big moment", Nigerian music artist Burna Boy told Reuters after hailing his first Grammy award.

Nigeria's Burna Boy says Grammy win marks 'big moment' for African music

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African music becomes a global chart topper

Nigeria's Burna Boy says Grammy win marks 'big moment' for African music