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Lali X Lola urge government to protect Ghanaian Artists’ international royalties
Ghanaian music duo Lali X Lola have officially submitted a formal request to the Minister of Finance and Parliament, calling on government to take action to protect the international earnings of local artistes.
In their letter, the sisters — Patricia Delali Dake (Lali) and Trysha Wolali Dake (Lola) appealed to authorities to begin bilateral negotiations with key music and streaming territories such as the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union states.
The goal, they said, is to secure tax waivers or treaties that prevent double taxation on royalties earned by Ghanaian artists abroad.
They also proposed the creation of a national framework to help track, recover, and repatriate withheld funds owed to Ghanaian creatives.
According to them, such a framework would ensure that recovered royalties are used transparently to support artist welfare, intellectual property protection, and the growth of the creative industry.
Lali X Lola further suggested the establishment of a Creative Revenue Recovery Mechanism, which would involve collaboration among collection management organizations, record labels, and publishers to ensure that any reclaimed funds are distributed fairly.
They believe this initiative would not only recover lost earnings and foreign exchange but also strengthen Ghana’s position as a leader in protecting creative labor and promoting its cultural economy.
“We remain ready to provide our research findings and collaborate with your offices to support policy formulation, stakeholder engagement, and international coordination toward this goal,” the duo stated.
The letter was copied to Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, and Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations.
The duo shared the development with fans through a post on their official Instagram page, @lalixlolaofficial.
“We’ve officially submitted a formal request to the Minister of Finance and Parliament calling for Ghana to negotiate tax treaties that protect our artists’ international royalties” they wrote
By: Jacob Aggrey
GHANAIAN gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty, has released a spirit-filled song titled “Sunsum Ndwom.”
The song, which is already making waves shortly after its release, is delivered in three parts, each carrying a powerful message.
The first part reflects on the mystery of Prophet Elijah, where people wondered who he was after he prayed and called down fire from heaven.
The second part centres on salvation, urging believers not to celebrate only power and miracles, but to celebrate the fact that their names are written in the Book of Life, because that is what lasts forever.
The third part celebrates the beauty of God’s healing power, a song originally composed by her late mother.
The gospel star is urging Ghanaians to stream the song on all platforms and encounter its powerful lyrics.
She also stressed the need to preserve Ghana’s traditional gospel sound, expressing hope that the new generation will embrace their heritage.
Empress Gifty further expressed appreciation to all stakeholders in the industry who have supported her career over the years.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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GHANAIAN media personality, Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, affectionately called Akumaa, has marked the 18th anniversary of her Mama Zimbi Foundation (MZF).
The event was held at the Broken Yoke Ministry International at Klagon in Accra.
Thousands of widows who benefited were taken through health education for good living, business enhancement, women empowerment and legal education, among others.
In addition, they were given water, cloth, rice, noodles, oil, Noko Fine Washing Powder and other toiletries.
Mrs Dongotey-Padi noted that there is land earmarked for vocational training and gari processing for those who are unemployed and would want to make ends meet.
Against that backdrop, she expressed appreciation to gospel musician Empress Gifty for supporting her with her Noko Fine Washing Powder and Verna Mineral Water.
According to her, it went a long way to put smiles on the faces of the widows.
Akumaa Mama Zimbi further said that if she looks back on how the journey started 18 years ago, she feels fulfilled in impacting thousands of lives.
According to her, this motivates her to do even more to put smiles on the faces of people.
The Mama Zimbi Foundation is an NGO committed to motivating, empowering and supporting widows and their children, as well as educating adolescents on their sexual and reproductive health.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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