Nigerian music sensation and Grammy-nominated artist, Ayra Starr, is set to headline the 2025 edition of the Afro Nation Festival in the Dominican Republic, further cementing her status as a global music powerhouse.

The Mavin Records star will be leading the star-studded lineup alongside American rap star Sexy Redd and South Africa’s DJ Maphorisa. The festival is scheduled to take place from November 7 to 9 in Punta Cana, drawing fans from around the world to celebrate African music and culture on Caribbean soil.

Ayra Starr will be joined by fellow Afrobeats hitmakers Shallipopi and Ruger, promising a weekend of electrifying performances. Fans are especially eager to experience her latest crowd-favourite, “Hot Body,” alongside other smash hits from her growing catalogue.

 

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This announcement adds to what has been an extraordinary year for the 22-year-old singer. In 2025 alone, Ayra has delivered powerful sets at major international music festivals, including the St Kitts Music Festival and the Canadian Jazz Festival.

She has also been touring as a supporting act on Coldplay’s globally acclaimed Music of the Spheres World Tour—an achievement that speaks volumes about her rising global influence.

Ayra Starr’s accolades this year speak for themselves. She clinched the Best International Act at the 2025 BET Awards, making her only the second African female artist to win the award, following Tems’ groundbreaking victory in 2022. She also became a double winner at the MOBO Awards, reinforcing her reputation as one of Africa’s most successful global exports.

Back home, she continued her award streak by bagging Best R&B Single at the 17th Headies Awards for her collaboration with American singer Giveon on Last Heartbreak Song, a standout track from her sophomore album The Year I Turned 21.

In another remarkable career milestone, Ayra Starr recently became the first Nigerian female artist to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube—a feat that underscores her immense popularity and digital reach.

With her headline performance at Afro Nation DR on the horizon, Ayra Starr shows no signs of slowing down. As her artistry continues to break barriers, she remains one of the most compelling voices driving Afrobeats onto the global stage.

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• Four Nigerian artists featured on ‘F1 The Movie’ soundtrack album

Official sources have confirmed that four Nigerian artists—Burna Boy, Darkoo, Obongjayar, and Mr Eazi—will be featured on the upcoming F1 The Movie soundtrack, joining a star-studded lineup of international music heavyweights.

The globally anticipated soundtrack will blend Afrobeats with diverse musical styles, showcasing Nigerian talent alongside artists such as Ed Sheeran, Don Toliver, Doja Cat, Sexy Redd, and more. The fusion of sounds is set to mirror the high-octane energy of Formula 1 racing.

This marks another significant global milestone for Nigerian music, with Burna Boy’s Grammy-winning influence, Darkoo’s rising star power, Obongjayar’s genre-blending style, and Mr Eazi’s Afrofusion flair all contributing to a dynamic and culturally rich album.

Fans across the world are eagerly awaiting the release, with expectations high for a soundtrack that delivers both cinematic energy and international musical excellence.

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Recall, Rema, Omah Lay, and Shallipopi have been featured on the highly anticipated EAFC25 football game soundtrack, which was launched on September 27, 2024.

Their inclusion marks another milestone for Nigerian artists on a global stage, as they join an eclectic lineup of musicians from around the world.

The year’s roster boasts an impressive 114 tracks, further highlighting the international rise of Afrobeats. Fans of both the game and the artists have taken to social media, thrilled at the prospect of hearing their favorite tunes while playing one of the world’s most iconic football games.

In addition to the Nigerian artists, the EAFC25 soundtrack includes a diverse range of global talent, such as South African sensation Moonchild Sanelly, Afro-Colombian group Kombilesa Mi, and internationally acclaimed names like Kasabian, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Ice Spice, Disclosure, Coldplay, and FKA Twigs.

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