Accra, Dec. 03, GNA – Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, the Deputy Chief of Staff, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing the country’s creative industry.
Speaking at the 50th anniversary soirée of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), she highlighted the immense contribution of the creative sector to Ghana’s economy, citing its potential to generate jobs, drive innovation, and promote national identity
According to the Ghana Statistical Service, the arts and culture sector accounts for approximately 2.5% of Ghana’s GDP and supports millions of jobs across the country.
She acknowledged the fact that the sector’s influence extended beyond entertainment, educating, shaping values, preserving heritage, relieving stress, and inspiring national pride.
She said to further boost the creative industry, the government had introduced several initiatives.
Creative Arts Fund
A GHS 20 million fund to support music, fashion, visual arts, culinary arts, digital content, and other creative ventures.
Intellectual Property Protection
Measures to strengthen the intellectual property system and improve the collection and management of copyrights and royalties.
Partnerships
Collaborations with international organisations to promote knowledge exchange, collaboration, and exposure to diverse artistic practices.
The government aims to position Ghana as a leading creative hub in Africa, leveraging the power of technology and innovation to drive growth and development, she said.
By empowering creatives and providing the necessary infrastructure, the government hopes to create a vibrant nationwide network of performance spaces and stimulate economic growth.
The creative industry’s potential is vast, with Africa’s creative economy projected to reach US$200 billion in exports by 2030. Ghana’s creative sector, with its rich cultural heritage and talented workforce, is well-positioned to tap into this global market.
As the country celebrates 50 years of MUSIGA, stakeholders in the creative industry are optimistic about the future, calling for continued collaboration and support to revolutionize Ghana’s creative future.
She said the industry made Ghana a place of laughter, fun, hope and home to all.
“It is said that you cannot be sad in Ghana. How can you be? In a country where laughter is a national language, our comedy lights up even the darkest days, our creative content brings families together and our dances travel further than our passports.
Our music hip hop, highlife, patriotic anthems, afro-hip hop, gospel, reggae or the sweet old-time classics, nourishes the soul.’
GNA
03 Dec. 2025
Edited by Samuel Osei-Frempong