South African Grammy-winning artist Tyla has confirmed a Lagos concert on December 22, 2026, as part of her first headline world tour, the A*POP World Tour. The tour supports her second studio album, A*POP, released on July 24, 2026, and spans 34 dates across Europe, North America, and Africa. Presented by Live Nation, the tour was officially announced on Monday, July 27.
Tour Itinerary and African Leg
The A*POP World Tour kicks off on October 12 in Paris, France, before traveling through major European cities including Amsterdam, London, Glasgow, Manchester, Brussels, Berlin, Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen. The North American leg begins November 12 in Sacramento, California, with stops in San Francisco, Vancouver, Chicago, Boston, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, among others.
Lagos, Nigeria, marks the first African date on the itinerary, followed by Cape Town on January 4, 2027, and Johannesburg on January 9, 2027. The African segment serves as the final leg of the tour, highlighting Tyla's commitment to bringing her music home after a sweeping global journey.
Ticket Sales and Availability
Artist presale tickets will go live on Wednesday, July 29, while general public sales open on Friday, July 31, at 10 a.m. local time. Fans can find full ticket and tour information on Tyla's official website. The Lagos venue has yet to be announced.
This tour marks a significant milestone for Tyla, as it is her first full headline tour covering multiple continents. Her previous tour, the "We Wanna Party" Tour in 2025, was limited to Asia, and earlier performances were promotional rather than full-scale headline shows.
Tyla's Rising Global Stardom
Born Tyla Laura Seethal in Johannesburg, South Africa, Tyla gained international fame in 2023 with her debut single "Water," which brought amapiano-influenced pop to a global audience. The song earned her the first-ever Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance in 2024. She won a second Grammy in the same category in 2025, solidifying her status as a trailblazer for African music. In 2025, she also received the Impact Award at Billboard's Women in Music event for her role in promoting African music worldwide.
Her sophomore album A*POP features 14 tracks, including singles like "Chanel," "Is It Love," and "She Did It Again"—a collaboration with Swedish singer Zara Larsson. The album debuted to strong streaming numbers and critical acclaim, further expanding her fanbase globally.
Impact on African Music Scene
Tyla's decision to include Lagos as the first African stop underscores the city's growing importance in global music tours. With a dedicated fanbase in Nigeria, her performance is expected to draw thousands. The tour also reflects a broader trend of international artists prioritizing African markets, driven by the continent's rising influence in music and culture.
According to Live Nation, the 34-date tour is one of the largest by an African artist in recent years. Tyla’s ability to sell out venues across continents demonstrates the commercial viability of African pop music on a global scale.
