Rema becomes first African artist on 2025 TIME100 Next listAfrobeats star Rema has made history as the only African artist featured on the prestigious 2025 TIME100 Next list, which celebrates the world’s most influential rising stars. “With the recent global explosion of African music, I needed to include some contemporary sounds. Thanks to artists like him, African music is at the forefront of global culture”. This achievement not only solidifies Rema’s position as a trailblazer in Afrobeats but also cements his status as a leading figure in global music. By joining the ranks of other global music powerhouses like Teyana Taylor and GloRilla on the list, Rema is paving the way for other African artists to gain international recognition.