Tems Wins Diamond Award at Global Power Players London, Applauds Billboard’s Impact on African Music Scene

Tems was recently honoured with the Diamond Award at the Global Power Players event held in London, marking another significant milestone in her rising international career. The Nigerian singer-songwriter, known for her soulful voice and genre-blending sound, used her acceptance speech to express heartfelt gratitude and reflect on the growing global recognition of African music.

While accepting the award, Tems gave a special shout-out to Billboard, acknowledging their role in promoting African music on a global scale. “Being African and being a musician is a whole new world,” she said. “And I feel like Billboard have been so supportive of not just African music but the scene, the culture – and that means a lot, not just to me, but to the music scene.”

Tems, who has become one of the leading voices of Africa’s new wave of musical talent, highlighted the cultural shift taking place as more African sounds and stories are embraced worldwide. “I’m very happy that African music is moving in heights that have never been done before,” she continued. “And Billboard is one of those key players in moving it forward.”

Her recognition at the Global Power Players event is not only a personal win but also a powerful moment for African music and its place in global conversations. As more artists from the continent continue to break boundaries, Tems’ words serve as a reminder of how far African music has come and how much further it can go with the right support and global platforms championing the culture.