Sista Afia Criticizes “Selfish” Female Artistes, Demands Recognition

Ghanaian musician Sista Afia has publicly called out female artistes who she believes do not reciprocate support, stating she will no longer participate in their shows.

During an interview, Sista Afia expressed her frustration with female colleagues who utilize her platform but fail to promote her music in return. “Don’t ever do shows and call me. They know themselves,” she declared.

She also addressed the perceived lack of appreciation for female artistes in Ghana, particularly regarding her own efforts.

“I mean I’ll speak for myself, I can’t speak for everyone, but I’ll speak for myself. I see that I work tirelessly; I work more than everyone, especially adey grind waaa, and I need this thing. I’m somebody that needs it; it’s like without music, there’s no Sista Afia. And when it comes to hardworking female artistes, not like I’m blowing my own horns, but it’s facts, it’s there. I’ve had shows; where haven’t I been? It’s just that people have not paid attention.”

Sista Afia detailed her intense work ethic, revealing she often sleeps only three to four hours a night. “It’s so sad that people don’t really see the work you put, and that hurts me,” she said.

She is now focusing on rebranding and improving her publicity, recognizing the need to adapt and grow within the industry.

Sista Afia recently released a new song, “Krekete Soja,” featuring Amerado.