The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has doubled up efforts to set up a minimum wage for musicians in the country.
The move is to ensure fair remuneration and improving livelihoods of musicians.
MUSIGA’s efforts come amid ongoing conversations sparked by statements from prominent religious leaders, like Rev. Dag Heward-Mills, and Rev. Elisha Amoako who were against compensation of musicians for their skills and contributions.
“The statements from respected leaders like Rev. Dag Heward-Mills and Rev. Elisha Amoako reinforce the necessity of this initiative. MUSIGA is dedicated to ensuring that musicians receive the recognition and compensation they deserve through a structured minimum wage system,” The General Secretary of MUSIGA, Samuel Kofi Agyemang said.
MUSIGA had also engaged with local stakeholders like +233, an event venue and was building on its international collaboration with experts to develop a robust framework to guarantee fair wages that could foster a sustainable industry in Ghana.
