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MUSIGA to introduce minimum wage for members
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) is working on introducing a minimum wage for its members.
This decision was taken at the MUSIGA National Capacity Building Workshop for the Union’s National Executive Council members, which took place at Erata Hotel, Accra from September 5 to 8.
Participants at the workshop were taken through various topics including Collective Bargaining Agreements, MUSIGA Gender Policy, Improving Financial Management in MUSIGA and Contractual Agreements.
The deputy general secretary of FIM, Thomas Dayan who led discussions on the Collective Bargaining Agreement (C.B.A), said it is the tool used by Musicians Unions’ to guarantee a minimum wage for their members.
He noted that in West Africa, Senegal has set the pace with a minimum wage in place for members of the Senegal Association des Métiers de la Musique (AMS).
Mr Dayan noted that as a member of the Union of Informal Workers Associations (UNIWA) of T.U.C, MUSIGA can undertake such a move.
To this end, MUSIGA will engage with employers of musicians, event organizers and venue owners to discuss the modalities for such an arrangement.
The head of International Relations of the Swedish Musicians Federation (SMF), Jonas Franzen on his part addressed issues of communication and financial management and shared the experience of the SMF.
The President of MUSIGA, Bessa Simons noted that, “The workshop is a welcome activity which has provided our members with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide leadership for the Union in their regions and I believe MUSIGA will be better off for this.”
In his closing remarks, Alhaji Sidiku Buari, former MUSIGA President and a former Vice President of FIM who chaired the workshop tasked the participants to return to their regions and impart the knowledge they had acquired to their members in the region. He also thanked FIM for their support for MUSIGA since the year 2000.
Former MUSIGA President, Bice Osei Kuffour aka Obour called on the participants to ensure that they use the knowledge they acquire at the workshop in developing the Union in the regions.
The new Chief Director of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Robert Patrick Ankobiah assured the Union of the Ministry’s support in all its endeavors.
The workshop is part of a Union-t- Union project organized by FIM under the theme, “Developing Musicians Unions in Africa.” Other countries involved in the project are Kenya and Senegal.
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Omar B Homage: Revenue from my rendition will go to his family – Kuami Eugene
Ghana’s finest, Kuami Eugene, has paid homage to late Togolese music legend Omar B, known in private life as Ahiangban Omar.
Kuami Eugene, in paying homage to the fallen legend, did a rendition of Omar B’s classic hit song, “Awoo Mawugné.”
According to Kuami Eugene, a friend introduced Omar B’s songs to him, due to their creative semblance of ability to write, sing and produce.
Against this backdrop, Kuami Eugene began to enquire about Omar B and realised he died at a point his career was thriving leaving behind a young family.
Consequently, Kuami Eugene decided to go ahead with a rendition of his “Awoo mawugné” song, which has been on his heart and donate the revenue accrued to Omar B’s family.
“After I got the translation of the song from some friends, I realised he had put together some powerful lyrics, so I decided to do a rendition in his honour,” he said.
The Rockstar further revealed that, “This is not for profit. It’s purely out of love and respect. I have no intention of exploiting this work. All revenues generated from this upload will go directly to Omar B’s family.”
For this reason, it is Kuami Eugene’s prayer that the song generates a lot of views and money for the family of the late Omar B.
Due to his ingenuity coupled with his meteoric rise, Omar B became a role model and an inspiration to Togo’s young talents.
While a third album, dubbed ‘Me, Myself and I’, was released in 2019, Omar B died suddenly at the age of 35 on February 20, 2020, following a heart attack.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Enjoy the song below
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Enuonyam Releases New Single “Be Still” Featuring Luigi Maclean
Gospel minister Enuonyam has on, March 28, released her new single, ‘Be Still’, featuring worship leader Luigi Maclean.
Written by Joe Mettle, this song is a divine reminder that in the midst of life’s storms, God remains our refuge and strength.
Accompanied by a visually moving music video, Be Still is now available on all streaming platforms and YouTube.
Inspired by Psalm 46:10—“Be still, and know that I am God”—the song carries a deep message of surrender, trust, and confidence in God’s unfailing presence.
Speaking about the song, Enuonyam shares, “No matter what we go through, the Lord is with us. He calls us to rest in Him, knowing He is in control.”
This song is more than just music—it is a call to worship, an invitation to lay down burdens, and a declaration of faith in God’s sovereignty. As Enuonyam and Luigi Maclean minister together in this heartfelt piece, listeners are encouraged to reflect, trust, and rest in God’s perfect will.
The video captures the essence of worship, drawing viewers into a moment of deep reflection and surrender before the Lord.
About Enuonyam
Enuonyam is a devoted worshipper, singer, and songwriter whose heart burns for the presence of God. She is committed to leading people into intimate encounters with the Lord through music and the ministry of worship.
WATCH VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/A07XByuk6WA?si=FVOlZ55VCirXtC0j
