Kwaw Kese declines GH₵100k offer to perform at Shattafest

Ghanaian rapper Kwaw Kese has announced his decision to turn down a performance offer worth GH₵100,000 for the upcoming Shattafest music festival. The musician explained that despite the significant financial sum proposed for his appearance at the event organized by Shatta Wale, he is unable to participate due to a conflicting family engagement. He made the announcement to clarify his absence from the high-profile concert series, which has generated significant interest within the industry.

Kese explained that the funeral of his mother-in-law is scheduled to take place in Kumasi over the same weekend as the festival. He stated that he will be travelling to the Ashanti Region to join his family to mourn and bury her. This personal obligation has taken precedence over the professional opportunity, leading him to decline the lucrative invitation to perform. He emphasized the importance of being present with his loved ones during this period of bereavement and noted that family commitments are his primary focus for the weekend.

Shattafest is a major entertainment event curated and hosted by the musician Shatta Wale. While the offer to Kwaw Kese was substantial, the rapper’s commitment to his family remains his priority in light of the passing of his mother-in-law. He is expected to remain in Kumasi throughout the weekend for the funeral rites before returning to his usual professional schedule. The decision highlights the balance between high-stakes career opportunities and personal responsibilities for prominent figures in the Ghanaian entertainment industry.