Shatta Wale & YEA Launch Shaxi Jobs & Music Mentorship to Empower Ghanaian Youth

There’s big news coming from the intersection of music, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment in Ghana.

Shatta Wale, one of Ghana’s most celebrated musicians and business figures, has announced a transformative collaboration with Malik Basintale, the CEO of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA). This partnership centers around Shaxi (S-H-A-X-I), a ride-hailing and youth-focused employment platform Shatta Wale himself founded.

But this isn’t just about jobs on the road—it’s also about paving the way for Ghana’s upcoming artists to rise.

🎙 Who is Behind This Movement?
• Shatta Wale – Musician, entrepreneur, and CEO of Shaxi, a platform created to give driving and delivery jobs to Ghana’s unemployed youth.
• Malik Basintale – Current CEO of Ghana’s Youth Employment Agency (YEA), known for his forward-thinking approach to empowering young people through strategic partnerships.

Recently, Shatta Wale shared the exciting update that he had a “powerful conversation” with Malik Basintale, and the results are already in motion.

🔗 What is the Collaboration About?

This partnership between YEA and Shaxi has two main goals:
1. Create Employment Opportunities:
Through Shaxi, more Ghanaian youth especially those from underserved communities will gain access to job opportunities in transportation, logistics, and digital services.
2. Support Upcoming Artists:
Malik Basintale sees the value in nurturing young musical talent in Ghana. That’s why this project also includes a mentorship program led by Shatta Wale to mentor, promote, and guide emerging artists through the industry.

💡 What Makes This Initiative Powerful?

This is more than a publicity move it’s a strategic action plan to build real careers.

Shatta Wale made it clear that “this is not just talk it’s action.” He described the movement as a way to build something for the “street kings and lyrical queens” the rising stars who just need guidance and the right opportunity.

This includes:
• 🚗 Shaxi ride-hailing job creation
• 🎤 Music mentorship under the Shatta Wale & Malik Basintale Mentorship Class
• 💼 Business development for young creatives
• 📈 Promotion of Ghanaian music and digital entrepreneurship

🎶 Why This Matters for Ghana’s Youth and Music Scene

Ghana is full of talented youth—creatives, hustlers, and future leaders—who often lack the connections or financial means to succeed. This collaboration is an example of visionary leadership meeting creative power.
• The transport sector becomes a tool for income generation
• The music industry becomes a platform for empowerment
• And the government (YEA) aligns with private innovation (Shaxi) for national development

It’s a win for everyone—especially the youth.

📣 Get Involved

Are you a young Ghanaian with music dreams or looking for employment?
Stay tuned for more on the Shaxi x YEA Mentorship Class and how you can register.

This is your chance to rise with Shatta Wale, learn from the best, and get plugged into something bigger than just music or a ride—it’s a movement.

📝 Follow updates at:
www.ghanasong.org – for music news, opportunities, and more.