Gyakie, Amaarae Break Into Africa’s Top 10 Female Music Powerhouses — Tanzania Charts

Ghanaian music stars Gyakie and Amaarae have secured spots among the top ten most successful African female artistes, according to a new ranking released by Tanzania Charts.

With millions of streams across platforms like Spotify, the two Ghanaian talents stand tall on the continental stage alongside heavyweights such as Tems, Ayra Starr, Tyla, Angelique Kidjo, Yemi Alade, Tiwa Savage, Zuchu, and Oumou Sangare.

Amaarae continues to soar globally, with her sophomore album Fountain Baby surpassing 1 billion streams. Her international appeal has seen her open for major global tours, including performances with pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter.

Gyakie maintains a strong continental footprint, consistently ranking among the most‑streamed Ghanaian acts in major markets like Nigeria. Her breakout hit “Forever” has earned over 150 million streams and achieved double‑platinum status in South Africa.

She recently delivered a soulful performance on “Treasure,” an Afro‑fusion gem rich in sweet melodies and emotional depth.

— Prince Fiifi Yorke