In an official release on Instagram by @afroplusfest, global Afrobeats superstars Tems and Ayra Starr have been announced as headlining acts for the upcoming Afro Plus Fest 2026 in West Africa and North America. The duo will headline a star-studded lineup that already includes Wizkid.
The festival addition highlights the dominating global footprint of female Afrobeats powerhouses on major international stages. Organizers anticipate record-breaking attendance numbers for the 2026 edition.
Validating the announcement, AfrobeatsGlobal confirmed the festival bill, reporting that “organizers confirmed both Nigerian superstars as headliners for Afro Plus Fest 2026.” Additionally, NotJustOk corroborated the festival news, quoting event producers who declared that “having Tems and Ayra Starr together on one stage creates an historic moment for African music culture.”
Echotitbits take: Seeing Tems and Ayra Starr headline major international festivals alongside veteran superstars underlines the permanent global shift in Afrobeats leadership. Their inclusion guarantees high ticket demand and solidifies female African artists at the center of international live touring.
Source: AfrobeatsGlobal — https://afrobeatsglobal.com/tems-ayra-starr-afro-plus-fest-2026-lineup/, July 24, 2026
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