Kwesi Arthur Disowns GoFundMe Campaign Linked to Ongoing Ground Up Chale Dispute

Rapper clarifies he has no involvement in $150,000 fundraiser initiated by Kwaw Kese

Kwesi Arthur has publicly cautioned fans and the general public against donating to a GoFundMe campaign created in his name, clarifying that he has no involvement or approval of the fundraiser.

The campaign, which sought to raise $150,000, was reportedly initiated by fellow musician Kwaw Kese with the intention of helping Kwesi Arthur resolve alleged outstanding issues with his former record label, Ground Up Chale. However, Kwesi Arthur made it clear that the initiative was done without his consent.

In a public statement, the award-winning rapper distanced himself entirely from the GoFundMe effort, stressing that he is not affiliated with the campaign and did not authorize anyone to raise money on his behalf. He urged supporters to refrain from donating, emphasizing that any such contributions were not requested by him.

Following Kwesi Arthur’s response, Kwaw Kese acknowledged the concerns raised and admitted that the idea was his personal attempt to offer support. He explained that while his intentions were to help, he failed to seek approval from Kwesi Arthur before launching the fundraiser.

Kwaw Kese further stated that he would delete the GoFundMe campaign, respecting Kwesi Arthur’s position and wishes. He reiterated that there was no malicious intent behind the initiative, describing it as an attempt to assist a fellow artist during a difficult period.

The situation has since sparked conversations across social media about fundraising transparency, consent, and the sensitive nature of legal and contractual disputes in the music industry. Many fans have praised Kwesi Arthur for addressing the issue directly and clarifying misinformation before it escalated further.

As of now, no official fundraising effort has been endorsed by Kwesi Arthur regarding his dispute with Ground Up Chale, and supporters have been advised to rely only on communications coming directly from the artist or his verified representatives.