Oheneyere Gifty Anti is an incredible Ghanaian broadcast journalist, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist who has impressive reach beyond media and advocacy. Since her over twenty years of professionalism have molded her to be a symbol of hope and empowerment to women in Ghana and beyond, Gifty Anti, the host of the television show The Standpoint, which airs on Joy Prime on behalf of her Media Company GDA Media Limited, seeks to unearth very significant issues women have to face.
Besides television, Gifty Anti is the founder and president of the Girl in Need Foundation and the Awo Dansoa Reading Project, both of which devote their time and resources to helping girls in need and literacy amongst children. Gifty Anti has received accolades for her philanthropy as well as being one of the most impactful personalities in Ghana.
A Literary Voice of Change
Gifty Anti is also an accomplished author with several published books on empowerment and inspiration. Her published books, When Strong Women Cry, A Bit of Me, The Best of You, and Room 5005, describe her ability to be ingenious and document resilience, self-discovery and personal growth. Her literary works speak to women who are in dire circumstances and giving it their all in order to reach their full potential.
A Royal Union
Oheneyere Gifty Anti is married to Nana Ansah Kwao IV Chief of Akwamu Adumasa in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Their marriage took place on the 15th of October 2015 and was described as a royal union of traditional and modern-day lifestyles. As the wife of a Chief, Gifty Anti holds the Stool Name “Awo Dansoa,” meaning she is a memorable citizen of Akwamu Adumasa. They have one daughter, Nyame Animuonyam Ahenkan Oheneba OheneNana Afia Asaa Afrakoma Sintim-Misa, who was born on August 11, 2017. Gifty was 47 years old when she had her daughter, which is a remarkable tribute to her strength and determination.
Early Life and Education
Gifty Anti was born on January 23, 1970, in Kyebi in the Eastern Region, so her life has been one of resilience and fearlessness. Her parents separated when she was very young, and her father raised Gifty and her siblings in Tema Community 8, as the youngest of eight children. Gifty Anti comes from Asempanyin in the Central Region and belongs to the Fante tribe.
She began her education at Tema Community 8 “Number 1” Primary and Middle School and then continued at Mfantsiman Girls’ Senior High School, where she served as the entertainment prefect. During high school, she planned on attending Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology but ended up attending the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) for journalism and used to be the Women’s Commissioner. She earned a Master’s Degree in International Journalism at City University of London and also received communication training from the United Nations and the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association.
Media Career: A Legacy of Excellence
Gifty Anti’s media journey started in 1995 as a panelist on Joy FM’s New Generation and Every Woman shows. She completed her scholarship at GIJ and joined the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) in 1996 for her National Service. Her entry into the industry was as The Breakfast Show Floor Manager, where she started on February 13, 1997, then moved up the dietary chain to host, newscaster and producer. After seventeen years with GBC, Gifty decided to venture into business and set up GDA Media Limited, where she launched a program known as the Standpoint. Today the Standpoint is unofficially Ghana’s Women’s Hour, focusing on issues that impact woman, still addressing topics like improving equality, empowering women, dealing with an increasingly difficult societal landscape, etc…,
Awards and Recognition
Oheneyere Gifty Anti’s award achievements exceed 50 awards, such as
* Industrious Woman of the Year—National Industrious Awards 2023
* Woman of Excellence of the Year—Ghana Entertainment Choice Awards 2022
* Outstanding Woman of Excellence in Media—CenBa Africa Business Excellence Awards 2022
* Media Legacy Honour – Female National Communications Awards 2022
* Voice of Women Award—Women’s Choice Awards Africa 2021
* Gorbachev Peace Award for Women Empowerment – 2020
The awards are a reflection of her excellence in media, women’s empowerment, and humanitarianism.
Philanthropy and Advocacy
Gifty Anti, through her foundations—the Girl in Need Foundation and the Awo Dansoa Reading Project—focuses on changing lives by addressing the healthy vulnerabilities that girls face and fostering a culture of education and reading for children.
Personal Life and Legacy
Gifty Anti’s life of resilience, ambition, and purpose has the admirable support of an experienced mother, wife, and advocate to normalize. An estimated net worth of $5 million for her, but her greatest wealth is the lives that she has changed.
FAQs About Oheneyere Gifty Anti
How old is Gifty Anti?
She’s 53 years old as at 2025.
How old is Gifty Anti’s daughter?
When did Gifty Anti give birth?
She gave birth on Friday, August 11, 2017.
Who is Gifty Anti married to?
She is married to Nana Ansah Kwao IV, Chief of Akwamu Adumasa.
What is Gifty Anti’s net worth?
Gifty Anti approximately has a net worth of $5 million.
Final Thoughts
Oheneyere Gifty Anti is not just a media personality but somebody we can look to as a symbol of strength, resilience, and empowerment. Her journey inspires and challenges us all to rise above and brave our own change in society. Legacy will be books, television, and philanthropy, and Gifty Anti’s work will most certainly continue on through Ghana and beyond.
