From clinic to stage: 6 Ghanaian musicians and the professional jobs they still do

Professional field: Pastoral ministry Qualifications: BA in French and Economics; MA in Mission and Theology Music: Contemporary gospel Minister Nii Okai — Pastor Gospel musician Nana Osei, popularly known as Nacee, is not only a singer, songwriter and producer but also has a background in sound engineering, a profession closely connected to his long-running career in music.

Professional field: Healthcare Qualification: Physician Assistant Music: Gospel Gospel singer Philipa Baafi — Physician Assistant Rapper OG Abrantie, whose birth name is Reynold Quansah, is another musician balancing entertainment with a career outside the music industry.

Professional field: Information technology Qualification: Degree in Management with Computing, Regent University Music: Gospel Gospel musician Israel Ofori- IT Consultant Reggae and dancehall musician Epixode, born Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo, has a professional background in visual arts that complements his music career.