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Kofi Kingston was born on 14 August 1981 in Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana. He is an actor, known for WWE: OMG! - The Top 50 Incidents in WWE History (2011), WWE Smackdown! (1999) and WWE Raw (1993). He has been married to Kori Campfield since 11 September 2010. They have two children.

Kofi Atta Annan was a Ghanaian diplomat who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) from 1997 to 2006. Annan and the UN were the co-recipients of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize. He was the founder and chairman of the Kofi Annan Foundation, as well as chairman of The Elders, an international organization founded by Nelson Mandela.

Annan studied economics at Macalester College, international relations at the Graduate Institute Geneva, and management at MIT. Annan joined the UN in 1962, working for the World Health Organization's Geneva office. He went on to work in several capacities at the UN Headquarters including serving as the Under-Secretary-General for peacekeeping between March 1992 and December 1996. He was appointed secretary-general on 13 December 1996 by the Security Council, and later confirmed by the General Assembly, making him the first office holder to be elected from the UN staff itself. He was re-elected for a second term in 2001, and was succeeded as secretary-general by Ban Ki-moon in 2007.

As secretary-general, Annan reformed the UN bureaucracy, worked to combat HIV/AIDS (especially in Africa), and launched the UN Global Compact. He was criticized for not expanding the Security Council and faced calls for his resignation after an investigation into the Oil-for-Food Programme, but was largely exonerated of personal corruption. After the end of his term as secretary-general, he founded the Kofi Annan Foundation in 2007 to work on international development. In 2012, Annan was the UN-Arab League Joint Special Representative for Syria, to help find a resolution to the ongoing conflict there. Annan quit after becoming frustrated with the UN's lack of progress with regards to conflict resolution. In September 2016, Annan was appointed to lead a UN commission to investigate the Rohingya crisis. He died in 2018 and was given a state funeral.

Samuel K. Nkansah was born on 21 July 1981 in Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana. He is a producer and cinematographer, known for 2016 (2010), b14? 1 (2012) and 2016 2 (2010).

Ama K. Abebrese was born on 3 May 1980 in Kumasi, Ghana. She is an actress and producer, known for Beasts of No Nation (2015), Double-Cross (2014) and Sinking Sands (2010).

Asare Bediako was born in 1976 in Kumasi, Ghana. He is a director and actor, known for Beware (2011), Game of Chess (2018) and The Supremo (2010).

Bill Asamoah was born in 1973 in Kumasi, Ghana. He is an actor, known for Galamsey: Enemies Are Not God (2022), Sundiata Awieye (2014) and Dame (2024).

Godwin Asamoah is an American Actor, Host and Model, known for Savage X Fenty Vol. 3 (2021), False Start (2025) and This Version of US (2025). He's an undeniable force in the entertainment industry. Godwin Asamoah was born and raised in Kumasi Ghana. Godwin is considered a home town hero, for his philanthropic contributions in his country Ghana. IMDb Mini Biography

Emmanuel Armah was born in August 1959 in Kumasi, Ghana. He is an actor, known for Cartel the Genesis (2015), Bedmate (2011) and Wife Material (2011).

Stephanie Benson was born on 16 August 1967 in Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana. She is an actress, known for 40 Looks Good on You (2019) and Cutting Edge (1990). She has been married to Jon Benson since 1990. They have five children.

Teddy Osei was born on 1 December 1937 in Kumasi, Ghana. He is known for Boyhood (2014), Top of the Pops (1964) and The Goodbye Girls (2006). He died on 14 January 2025.

John Kufuor was born on 8 December 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana.

Richard Ohene Bekoe, widely recognized in the Ghanaian media scene as Richie Whriter, is a distinguished screenwriter and film director. He is best known for his work on the award-winning TV drama series Heels and Sneakers, produced by the celebrated actress Yvonne Nelson. This series earned him a nomination for Best Writer at the 2017 Ghana Movie Awards, positioning him alongside renowned filmmakers like Shirley Frimpong Manso. Richard's journey into writing began in his teenage years, inspired by a teacher who saw his potential and encouraged him to write daily essays on a variety of topics. This formative experience not only ignited his passion for storytelling but also led him to a career in teaching, where he now helps others unlock their potential. Believing that language mastery is best achieved through teaching, Richard has dedicated part of his life to being an ESL teacher in Ecuador, where he has resided for seven years. Beyond the classroom, he continues to create impactful content, blending his rich cultural heritage with his global experiences.

Mohammed Muntari was born on 20 December 1993 in Kumasi, Ghana.

King Brenya was born on 21 November 1938 in Kumasi, Ghana. He was an actor, known for Ewiase Ahennie (2011), b14? 1 (2012) and Kumasi Yonkor (2002). He died on 30 September 2021 in Abrepo, Ghana.

Amma Asante was born on 14 May 1972 in Kumasi, Ghana.

Daniel Akante was born on 25 December 1993 in Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana. He is a producer, known for African Kung-Fu Nazis (2019), African Kung Fu Nazis: The Doc - Hitler 4 Africa (2020) and African Kung Fu Nazis: The Doc - Adonko Time (2020).

John Osei Tutu Agyeman is one of Ghana's well known Television Anchors with a string of Popular Programmes to his credit. As the face of TV3's breakfast Show Start and as Judge of the highly rated reality show Hottest Host and Host of Political Chat program Hot Issues, he gained a reputation for being a tough, straight talking host and judge with a no nonsense approach. His love for theatre is well documented with a string of awards to his name. In 1987, he won the best Actor Award for his role in Martin Owusu's The Story Ananse Told and was the first recipient of the Patrons Award for Excellence at the School of Performing Arts University of Ghana. He has performed in several roles on stage including Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, Agartha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution and Shakespeares Othello. His selective film credits include: Fools in Love (2006), Blinkards (2008) and I sing of a Well (2009). His first love however is script writing and he wrote the award winning short film on Female Genital Mutilation Not My Daughter (2008). His other written works include Days of Thunder (2004), I am my Father's Baby (2007) and Sons of Destiny (2007).

Bob Santo was born in 1940 in Kumasi, Ghana. He was an actor, known for After the Promise (2005) and That Day (2001). He died on 30 May 2002 in Kumasi, Ghana.

Janet Amponsah was born on 12 April 1993 in Kumasi, Ghana.

Gospel artist

Reynolds Owoahene Acheampong is from Akropong Akuapem in Eastern Region of Ghana. He is known by his stage name Berima Acheampong. Berima Acheampong started his music career in the year 2022 and brought out two tracks which are Nhyira and Wonderful God. He released his first song titled Nhyira on 3rd January 2023 and his second song Wonderful God on 5th October 2023. He went to secondary school at Saint Paul Technical School in kukurantumi in Eastern Region of Ghana. He offered Electrical Engineering Science Tecnologye. He continued his Education on Alison and offered journalism. He has now opened his own business which is Reynolds Media. That have three sub media production that are Berima Acheampong Tv , Reynolds Fm and Berima Acheampong Radio. He is an award winning artist. He won Gospel Song Of The Year at Akuapem Music Awards 2023.

Ali Fadal was born on 14 January 2004 in Kumasi, Ghana.

Anthony Sarpong was born on 19 February 1982 in Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana.

Dawn ODG is an Actor, Business Mogul and a Multi-platinum selling independent recording artist based in Ghana who is best known for Trending singles from his WINA album "Tha Carter Vine" "Parrlogo" and "Ghana Must Rise".

Gadossey Kwame Victory (known by the stage name DAWN ODG) is a Ghanaian hip hop recording artist and entrepreneur from Accra widely known for his songs "Tha Carter Vine" "Blessings" and many others.

Career

Dawn ODG's exposure to good music commenced right from childhood. Dawn embraced his penchant for music right from 6th grade with a grouped he formed which he aided in writing most of the songs they made together. The success of the group birthed a strong belief in his musical abilities and strengthened his unrelenting desire to pursue it. Dawn ODG's musical journey took off properly after being signed to a label "Unbeatable Nation " which is currently owned by himself . The label which was operated under a music company which also had a music recording studio and online music promoters helped him unveil his first project "Tha Carter Vine" and then followed an epic song "Ghana Must Rise" and many others.

Education

He had his secondary education at Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School located at Tafo where he studied General Science and furthered to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology to Offer Bsc. Computer Engineering.

Influences and Interests



Currently in the studio finishing up his next single "Ebony Reigns", which is a single dedicated to a young Dancehall Artiste in Ghana Ebony Reigns which came about when Dawn ODG noted his fans about he crush on her.

Dawn has also share support to several Celebrities in Ghana including D Black and even blasted some other people who he calls ungrateful to his efforts.

The dexterity of his musical influence explains his unique style and approach to music. In his words "I listen to music from artistes like Wizkid, Kid Cudi, Kanye West, Cyhi The Prynce, Krayzie Bone, Tyler The Creator (OFWGKTA), Drake, Travis Scott ,EL (rapper)[11]. The call to make music is more than just a call to fame for him. For him it's a resolution that is he is so passionate about.