By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi
Takoradi is set to come alive with an electrifying celebration of music as the prestigious Medimafo Western Music Awards (WMA) returns for its 2024 edition.
Scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) Auditorium. This year’s event promises to be a night to remember, highlighting the rich musical talent from the Western Region of Ghana.
The WMA, organized by Westline Entertainment, continues to honor and uplift the creative industry within the region, celebrating musicians who have made significant contributions to the music scene.
This year’s event will feature an impressive lineup of performances from renowned Artistes such as the legendary Amandzeba, Rev. Charlie Sam, Origee, 2Toff Ogunskele, and Fiifi Lattex.
Others like Ewuraba Esi, Osofo Inkumsah, Ayesem, Nero X and Blaq Mic are also set to grace the stage, offering a diverse mix of music genres from highlife to hiplife and gospel to reggae.
The evening will kick off with a red-carpet event at 7:00 pm, where fans will have the opportunity to see their favorite artistes up close. The main event is scheduled to start at 8:00 pm, promising a night full of thrilling performances and memorable moments.
Tickets are priced at GH¢100 for standard entry and GH¢150 for VIP access, which guarantees an exclusive experience with premium seating and additional perquisites.
The organizers have also provided a dedicated line for table reservations, ensuring that patrons can enjoy the show in style and comfort.
“As Ghana is set to vote on December 7, 2024, and aware of the influence of our platform, the theme for this year’s WMA is ‘Diversity in Peace.’ This is to draw home the idea that, we may be diverse in political affiliation, it should be in peace,” Nana Kwesi Coomson, the head of Public Relations revealed to the B&FT in an interview.
He continued that; “we will ensure that there will be subtle and obvious messages on peace at the event. The Artistes will also champion peace messages during their performances”,
“Aside from the 31 categories that will be awarded, we will also honour some legends with lifetime achievement awards,” Mr. Coomson further added.
Medimafo Herbal Centre is the headline sponsor for this year’s edition, which is also the 8th edition with support from sponsors, including GNPC Foundation, Justmax Travel and Tour, Jonamass Ventures, Evanex Pharmacy, Assase Radio, 3Music TV, among others.
The Western Music Awards 2024 is poised to be a spectacular event, further solidifying its position as a premier music awards ceremony in Ghana. Music lovers and industry stakeholders alike are eagerly anticipating in this year’s event, which will not only celebrate the talent within the Western Region but also contributes to the growth and development of the local music industry.
