Ayra Starr
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.
Born on Jun 14, 2002 (24 years old)
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Nigeria:
Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, was initially denied a visa because she submitted an inappropriate yellow fever certificate.
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Malawi:
Driemo will perform alongside some of the continent’s most in-demand acts, including Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr.
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Nigeria:
The South African government has also rejected claims that Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, and her team were denied visas.
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Nigeria:
Ayra Starr is a Nigerian singer whose visa application to South Africa was allegedly denied.
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Nigeria:
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr was previously denied entry visas to South Africa, leading to the cancellation of her engagements.
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Tanzania:
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.
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Tanzania:
Ayra Starr was nominated for the 2026 Best African Music Performance with her song Gimme Dat.
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Tanzania:
Ayra Starr is included among Africa's biggest music exports.
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United Kingdom:
Ayra Starr was nominated for the African Grammy but did not win.
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Nigeria:
Ayra Starr missed out in the African music category.
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