When it comes to popularizing African sounds and culture, you used to be able to look just to Kidjo and a handful of other artists. In 2024, Kidjo was in good company. Thinking back on the biggest cultural moments of 2024, it’s hard to ignore the many African women who were at the center of it all, from the Grammys to the Met Gala and the Olympics. Just a few highlights: In February, Tyla took home the first Best African Music Performance Grammy for her viral pop hit, “Water.” At the Met Gala three months later, she turned heads when…
