MOLIY Wins World Artist of the Year at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards

Ghanaian breakout artist MOLIY has clinched the World Artist of the Year award at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, beating out strong competition including Ayra Starr, Jackson Wang, JO1, and Tyla.

The win, announced during the star-studded ceremony, marks a major global breakthrough for the Ghanaian sensation, who was already making waves as the most-nominated African artist at this year’s awards with three nods: World Artist of the Year, Best New Artist (Hip-Hop), and Best Music Video (socially voted) for her viral hit “Shake It to the Max (FLY) (Remix)” featuring Shenseea, Skillibeng, and Silent Addy.

Fans and fellow Ghanaians have been quick to celebrate the victory online, with many hailing it as a proud moment for the “motherland.” MOLIY’s rising star power, fueled by massive streaming numbers and international collaborations, continues to put Ghanaian music on the global map alongside Afrobeats heavyweights.

This award adds to MOLIY’s impressive 2025–2026 run, where she emerged as one of the most streamed Ghanaian artists on platforms like Spotify. Her fusion of Afrobeats, pop, and hip-hop elements has resonated widely, earning her recognition far beyond the continent.

Congratulations to MOLIY on this well-deserved win!

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